Amana owners in Eau Claire usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Eau Claire, with those that mention Amana first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Amana Washer Repair Near Eau Claire
Within 60 miles of Eau Claire there are 17 appliance repair companies in our data. 7 of them are based in Eau Claire itself, and other nearby bases include Bloomer (2), Elk Mound (1), and Mondovi (1). Distances run up to about 56 miles. None of the repair companies near Eau Claire name Amana in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Nearest on the list: Justin Wallace Appliance Services, around 0.5 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 14 businesses. Eau Claire is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Eau Claire. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 2.2, 2.4 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 8 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 17 |
First up for Eau Claire: Sears Appliance Repair (4.0 miles away, 4.5 stars from 122 reviews, lists Saturday hours); River City Appliance Care LLC (2.2 miles away, 5.0 stars from 24 reviews); Appliance Service Company (2.4 miles away, 4.6 stars from 97 reviews); R&R Appliance Service LLC (9.0 miles away, based in Elk Mound, 5.0 stars from 11 reviews).
Amana sells top-load agitator washers in the U.S., and the repair path differs by type: front loaders add a door lock, door boot and pump filter, while top loaders rely on a lid switch and either an agitator or an impeller.
Amana Washer Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes Amana Washer Repairs Different
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)
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
What Amana Says to Check First
- 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
- 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 |
|---|---|
| LdL | Top load: the lid can't lock, often because of an item under the lid or detergent buildup at the lock. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Top Load HE Washers |
| 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 |
| 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 |
When to Call for Amana Washer Repair
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- 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
Care Amana Recommends for Its Washers
- 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
- 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
Price the repair before replacing a Amana washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- How old the washer is
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
Around Eau Claire
Most washer calls in Eau Claire 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.
Wisconsin has no separate appliance repair license; plumbing licensing covers appliances connected to water supply systems, including water heaters, but exempts minor repairs to appliances and repair or replacement of gas or electrical control valves and devices. Source: DSPS: Plumbing License Laws in Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, you can check a license with the Wisconsin DSPS LicensE credential lookup or report a problem to the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), Bureau of Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Eau Claire Washer Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair Amana washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: Eau Claire, WI
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Should I repair or replace my Amana washer?
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Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Amana washer's label, usually inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.