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 East Renton Highlands 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.
Independent Amana Washer Technicians, East Renton Highlands WA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of East Renton Highlands. Other nearby bases include Renton (12), Kent (10), and Issaquah (6). Distances run up to about 10 miles. Nearest on the list: Alpha Renton Appliance Repair, around 2.6 miles out. No company within 90 miles of East Renton Highlands mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from East Renton Highlands. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.6, 3.6, 3.7 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 12 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 33 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
The leading options for East Renton Highlands are Expert Appliance Repair (8.3 miles away, based in Seattle, 5.0 stars from 1,139 reviews); Up-liance Appliance Repair (6.2 miles away, based in Issaquah, 5.0 stars from 308 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hotwire Appliance Repair (4.9 miles away, based in Issaquah, 5.0 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Troubleshooters Appliance Repair (6.2 miles away, based in Newcastle, 4.9 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Amana Washer Lines Technicians Work On
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)
Common Amana Washer Problems
- Lid won't lock or unlock. Amana says to clear anything caught under the lid and any detergent buildup around the lock, and to take items such as a laundry basket off the top of the washer. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Top Load HE Washers
- 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
Amana Washer Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| rL / F34 | Front load: items were left in the drum during the Clean Washer cycle. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Front Load Washers |
| Sud / Sd | There are too many suds, and the washer adds rinsing to clear them. 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 |
When to Call for Amana Washer Repair
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in East Renton Highlands
Keeping a Amana Washer Running
- 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
- 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
Budgeting for a Amana Washer Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Amana washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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
- Any error code shown on the display
- How old the washer is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
Around East Renton Highlands
Most washer calls in East Renton Highlands 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.
Washington's Department of Labor & Industries issues an appliance repair (07D) specialty electrician certificate that covers like-for-like repair and replacement of self-contained appliances such as ovens on an unchanged circuit, but excludes branch-circuit wiring and plumbing work. Source: WAC 296-46B-920, Electrical/telecommunications license/certificate types and scope of work
In Washington, you can check a license with the L&I Verify a Contractor, Tradesperson or Business or report a problem to the Washington State Office of the Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in East Renton Highlands
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- How often do you repair Amana washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: East Renton Highlands, WA
How do I find a technician who knows Amana washers?
Should I repair or replace my Amana washer?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Is this Amana customer service?
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Amana Washer Repair Near East Renton Highlands
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.