If your Amana washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Amana and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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Who Works on Amana Washers Near Kelso
Within 30 miles of Kelso there are 17 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Longview (4), Ridgefield (4), and Battle Ground (4). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Kelso mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. ABC Appliance Services is the nearest, roughly 2.5 miles from Kelso. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 10 businesses.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 2 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 17 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.5, 2.7, 5.9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 13 |
| Mention washer work | 3 |
First up for Kelso: EasyFix - Appliance Repair Service (22.7 miles away, based in Ridgefield, 4.8 stars from 311 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Hospital (29.5 miles away, based in Vancouver, 4.2 stars from 1,110 reviews); Appliance Service Pro (29.1 miles away, based in Battle Ground, 4.9 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Cole's Appliance Repair (5.9 miles away, based in Longview, 4.3 stars from 272 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
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
Common Amana Washer Problems
- 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
- 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
Reading a Amana Washer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| Ofb | Top load: the load is unbalanced, and the washer will try to rebalance it on its own. 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 |
| 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 |
When to Call for Amana Washer Repair
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
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
- Run the Clean Washer cycle with a washer cleaning tablet about once a month to clear detergent and softener residue. Source: Amana - HE Detergent use in a Washer
What Amana Washer Repairs Cost
Most Amana washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- How old the washer is
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
What Kelso Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Kelso 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Kelso
- 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?
- How often do you repair Amana washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: Kelso, WA
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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 Kelso technician bring the right parts.