If your Amana washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. The James Island list starts with companies that name Amana, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Amana, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Amana Washer Repair Near James Island
Our data shows 31 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of James Island. The rest are spread across Charleston (11), Summerville (6), and North Charleston (5). Distances run up to about 24 miles. None of the repair companies near James Island name Amana in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. The closest is D & S Appliance Repair Services, about 0.3 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 28 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from James Island. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention Amana | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 11 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 31 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 18 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 1.0, 2.9 |
First up for James Island: 911 Service Today (8.6 miles away, based in Charleston, 4.9 stars from 1,001 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Charleston Appliances and Repairs (10.8 miles away, based in North Charleston, 4.8 stars from 650 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sloan Appliance Service Inc (12.1 miles away, based in Hanahan, 4.7 stars from 298 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Charleston (6.4 miles away, based in Charleston, 4.9 stars from 427 reviews).
Amana Washer Lines and Features
What a Amana Washer Technician Deals With
Shipping bolts hold the drum during transport and must come out after installation, or the washer will vibrate and walk. Source: Amana - Washer is Vibrating, Walking or Moving
The Amana Dual Action Agitator top loader is belt-driven by a 1/4 HP motor. Source: Whirlpool Corporation - Amana 3.5 cu. ft. Top-Load Washer with Dual Action Agitator (NTW4516FW)
Common Amana Washer Problems
- Washer shaking or walking. Amana says to spread the load evenly, make sure the shipping bolts were removed, and adjust the feet until all four touch the floor and the washer doesn't rock. Source: Amana - Washer is Vibrating, Walking or Moving
- Too many suds. Amana says to use only HE detergent in the amount the detergent maker recommends for the load. Source: Amana - HE Detergent use in a Washer
Reading a Amana Washer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| lid | Top load: the lid is open, and if it stays open for more than 10 minutes the cycle resets and drains. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Top Load HE Washers |
| F5 E2 | Front load: the door isn't locking properly. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Front Load Washers |
| LF / Lo FL / F8 E1 | Washer is filling too slowly or getting low water flow; check that the faucets are fully open and the hoses are clear. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Top Load HE Washers |
Amana Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Owner Care for Amana Washers
- Use only HE detergent, dosed for the load size and soil level, because too much causes oversudsing, longer cycles and poor rinsing. Source: Amana - HE Detergent use in a Washer
- Run the Clean Washer cycle with a washer cleaning tablet about once a month to clear detergent and softener residue. Source: Amana - HE Detergent use in a Washer
Amana Washer Repair Cost Ranges
A Amana washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- How old the washer is
- Any error code shown on the display
Laundry Notes for James Island, SC
Most washer calls in James Island come down to the same handful of parts: the drain pump and filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or coupler, the inlet valve and the suspension.
South Carolina does not issue a license specific to appliance repair; mechanical work such as plumbing, heating, air conditioning and refrigeration is licensed by the Contractor's Licensing Board for commercial-scale jobs and by the Residential Builders Commission for residential HVAC and plumbing. Source: S.C. Code Title 40, Chapter 11 (Contractors), South Carolina Legislature
In South Carolina, you can check a license with the SC LLR License Lookup or report a problem to the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs.
Before You Book in James Island
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair Amana washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: James Island, SC
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
How do I find a technician who knows Amana washers?
Why does my Amana washer show an error code?
Other Washer Repair in James Island
Amana Washer Repair Near James Island
Write down any error code your Amana washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a James Island technician bring the right parts.