Most Amana washer repairs in Lake Forest Park involve the same few systems: the drain pump, the lid or door lock, the drive, the water supply and the controls. The Lake Forest Park 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.
Amana Washer Repair Near Lake Forest Park
40 repair companies serve Lake Forest Park from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Lake Forest Park itself, and other nearby bases include Bothell (7), Kirkland (7), and Seattle (6). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Lake Forest Park mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. SPS PRO Furnace & Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Lake Forest Park. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 32 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lake Forest Park. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 24 |
|---|---|
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 1.5, 1.7 |
| Mention washer work | 13 |
Closest matches for Lake Forest Park: HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Bothell (3.3 miles away, based in Bothell, 4.9 stars from 1,493 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.1 miles away, based in Lynnwood, 4.7 stars from 413 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Shoreline, 4.7 stars from 351 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fixme Appliance Repair (5.5 miles away, based in Seattle, 5.0 stars from 115 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Amana Washer Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes Amana Washer Repairs Different
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 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
- 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
Reading a Amana Washer Error Code
| 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 |
| drn | Top load: the washer isn't draining properly, sometimes because of how it was installed. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Top Load HE 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
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- An error code on the display
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Lake Forest Park
Owner Care for Amana Washers
- 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
- 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
Most Amana washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- 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.
What to Have Ready for a Amana Washer Call
- 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
Around Lake Forest Park
Most washer calls in Lake Forest Park 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 Lake Forest Park
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: Lake Forest Park, WA
Do you work for Amana?
Which Lake Forest Park technicians work on Amana?
Why does my Amana washer show an error code?
Other Washer Repair in Lake Forest Park
Amana Washer Repair Near Lake Forest Park
Write down any error code your Amana washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Lake Forest Park technician bring the right parts.