If your Amana washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. The Graham list starts with companies that name Amana, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
Washing Machine Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Amana. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Amana washers and other brands.
Who Works on Amana Washers Near Graham
Within 30 miles of Graham there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 of them are based in Graham itself, and other nearby bases include Tacoma (11), Puyallup (4), and Federal Way (4). Distances run up to about 18 miles. No company within 90 miles of Graham mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: RPS Appliance Repair, around 1.3 miles out. Across 27 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Graham. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.3, 1.4, 4.4 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 35 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention washer work | 13 |
First up for Graham: RPS Appliance Repair (1.3 miles away, 4.9 stars from 495 reviews); HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Tacoma (18.0 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.9 stars from 470 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.3 miles away, based in Spanaway, 4.5 stars from 111 reviews, lists Saturday hours); FIX UFA Appliance Repair (11.2 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.5 stars from 76 reviews).
Amana Washer Lines and Features
How Amana Washers Are Built
A lid or door switch lets the washer run only when the lid is fully closed, so a bad switch can keep the washer from draining or spinning. Source: Amana - Washer Not Draining or Spinning? Troubleshooting Guide
Amana gives a drainpipe height range of 30 inches minimum to 96 inches maximum, and above the maximum, water can flow back into the washer. Source: Amana - Washer Not Draining or Spinning? Troubleshooting Guide
Common Amana Washer Problems
- Washer not draining or not spinning. Amana's checks include a closed lid, a balanced and not overloaded load, excess suds from too much detergent, a kinked or clogged drain hose, and the drainpipe height. Source: Amana - Washer Not Draining or Spinning? Troubleshooting Guide
- 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
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 |
| LOC / LC | Front load: control lock is on. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Front Load Washers |
| HC | Top load: the hot and cold inlet hoses are connected backward. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Top Load HE Washers |
When to Call for Amana Washer Repair
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
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
What Amana Washer Repairs Cost
A Amana washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
- 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?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Any error code shown on the display
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
Local Notes for Graham
Most washer calls in Graham 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 Graham
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: Graham, WA
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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.