A Amana washer shares most of its basic parts with other washers, but its drive design, lid or door lock, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. Below are independent repair companies serving Orangeburg, with those that mention Amana first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Independent listings only: Washing Machine Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by Amana. If your washer is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Amana directly.
Independent Amana Washer Technicians, Orangeburg SC
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Orangeburg. The rest are spread across Columbia (16), Sumter (5), and Aiken (4). Distances run up to about 52 miles. No company within 90 miles of Orangeburg mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. A.M. Home Solutions is the nearest, roughly 14.6 miles from Orangeburg. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 35 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Orangeburg is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Orangeburg. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 32 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 18 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 14.6, 24.3, 27.4 |
At the top of the Orangeburg list: Appliance Professional (37.4 miles away, based in Lexington, 4.8 stars from 1,369 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quick Appliance repair llc (40.5 miles away, based in Columbia, 5.0 stars from 241 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sloan Appliance Service Inc. (34.9 miles away, based in Cayce, 4.7 stars from 2,353 reviews); Expo Appliance Service (34.9 miles away, based in West Columbia, 4.9 stars from 309 reviews).
Amana sells top-load agitator washers in the U.S., and the repair path differs by type: front loaders add a door lock, door boot and pump filter, while top loaders rely on a lid switch and either an agitator or an impeller.
Amana Washer Lines and Features
What a Amana Washer Technician Deals With
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)
Amana Washer Symptoms and First Checks
- Washer not filling. Amana says to start at the faucets and make sure both hot and cold are on, then check the inlet hoses for kinks and the inlet screens for clogs. Source: Amana - Checking the Fill Hoses if the Washer is not Filling
- 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
What Amana Washer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| F9 E1 | Front load: draining is taking longer than expected, so check the drain hose and standpipe. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Front Load Washers |
| LOC / LC | Front load: control lock is on. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Front Load Washers |
| 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 |
Signs Your Amana Washer Needs a Technician
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Orangeburg
Owner Care for Amana Washers
- On front loaders, wipe the door seal clean and dry its folds, take wet clothes out promptly, and leave the door open between uses. Source: Amana - Cleaning a Front Load Washer Door Seal
- With the water supply turned off, check the inlet screens on the water valve and brush them clean with mild soapy water, leaving the screens in place. Source: Amana - Checking the Fill Hoses if the Washer is not Filling
Amana Washer Repair Cost Ranges
Most Amana washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. 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.
What to Have Ready for a Amana Washer Call
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- How old the washer is
What Orangeburg Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Orangeburg 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Orangeburg
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: Orangeburg, SC
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Is this Amana customer service?
Is my Amana washer worth repairing?
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Write down any error code your Amana washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Orangeburg technician bring the right parts.