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. The Smithfield list starts with companies that name Amana, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
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.
Who Works on Amana Washers Near Smithfield
40 repair companies serve Smithfield from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Smithfield, and other nearby bases include Norfolk (8), Chesapeake (6), and Hampton (5). The closest is Tommy D Appliance Repair Inc, about 4.1 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Smithfield mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Mention washer work | 12 |
|---|---|
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 49 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 29 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.1, 4.2, 6.4 |
Closest matches for Smithfield: Appliance Service Solutions (Suffolk Appliance) (12.2 miles away, based in Suffolk, 4.9 stars from 2,757 reviews); G H Appliance Repair (15.4 miles away, based in Yorktown, 4.9 stars from 2,845 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Specialist (17.3 miles away, based in Hampton, 4.6 stars from 126 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.5 miles away, based in Tabb, 4.6 stars from 476 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know which Amana washer you have before you call. Amana makes top-load agitator models, and the technician will ask.
Amana Washer Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes Amana Washer Repairs Different
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
What Amana Says to Check First
- 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
- 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
Reading a Amana Washer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| OL | Top load: the load is too big, so the washer drains and some items need to come out. 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 |
| F7 E1 | Front load: motor speed sensing error, so check that the shipping bolts are out and the washer isn't overloaded. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Front Load Washers |
When to Call for Amana Washer Repair
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- An error code on the display
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Smithfield
Care Amana Recommends for Its 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
- On front loaders with an accessible pump filter, clean the filter every few months or as needed. Source: Amana - Cleaning the Pump Filter - Front Load Washer
What Amana Washer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Amana washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- Any error code shown on the display
What Smithfield Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Smithfield 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 Smithfield
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: Smithfield, VA
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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 Smithfield technician bring the right parts.