Amana owners in Norfolk usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Norfolk, with those that mention Amana first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Who Works on Amana Washers Near Norfolk
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Norfolk. 8 of them are based in Norfolk itself, and the rest are spread across Virginia Beach (14), Chesapeake (7), and Portsmouth (5). Distances run up to about 15 miles. No company within 90 miles of Norfolk mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Master Repair Services, about 1.2 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 32 businesses.
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| Mention washer work | 10 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 1.4, 1.7 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 29 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 52 |
Closest matches for Norfolk: Appliance Service Solutions (Suffolk Appliance) (14.4 miles away, based in Suffolk, 4.9 stars from 2,757 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (8.1 miles away, based in Chesapeake, 4.4 stars from 615 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Specialist (10.6 miles away, based in Hampton, 4.6 stars from 126 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ted Jones Appliance (6.8 miles away, based in Portsmouth, 4.5 stars from 69 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
How Amana Washers Are Built
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 odor. For front loaders, Amana says to clean and dry the door seal, take wet clothes out promptly, avoid overloading, and leave the door open between loads. Source: Amana - Cleaning a Front Load Washer Door Seal
- 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
Amana Washer Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| LdL | Top load: the lid can't lock, often because of an item under the lid or detergent buildup at the lock. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Top Load HE 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
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- An error code on the display
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
What Gets Fixed on a Norfolk Washer Call
Care Amana Recommends for Its 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
- 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
Amana Washer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Amana washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- 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?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
Laundry Notes for Norfolk, VA
Most washer calls in Norfolk 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.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Norfolk
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: Norfolk, VA
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Do you work for Amana?
What stops a washer from spinning?
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Check the drain hose, the supply valves and (on a front loader) the drain pump filter, and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Amana repair.