If your Amana washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. The Wisconsin Rapids list starts with companies that name Amana, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
Independent listings only: Washing Machine Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by Amana. If your washer is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Amana directly.
Who Works on Amana Washers Near Wisconsin Rapids
Our data shows 18 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Wisconsin Rapids. 2 list an address in Wisconsin Rapids, and other nearby bases include Stevens Point (2), Wausau (2), and Plover (1). Distances run up to about 60 miles. No company within 90 miles of Wisconsin Rapids 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: Extreme Care Appliance Repair, around 0.8 miles out. Across 18 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Wisconsin Rapids is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Wisconsin Rapids. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 4 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 4.0, 14.7 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 18 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 12 |
At the top of the Wisconsin Rapids list: M&S Appliance Repair (4.0 miles away, 4.6 stars from 60 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Extreme Care Appliance Repair (0.8 miles away, 4.3 stars from 59 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.8 miles away, based in Stevens Point, 4.4 stars from 99 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (42.3 miles away, based in Mauston, 4.4 stars from 98 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 and Features
What a Amana Washer Technician Deals With
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
- 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
- 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 |
| LdU | Top load: the lid can't unlock because something is sitting on top of the washer. 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 |
When to Call for Amana Washer Repair
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
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
- On front loaders with an accessible pump filter, clean the filter every few months or as needed. Source: Amana - Cleaning the Pump Filter - Front Load Washer
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:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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 level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- How old the washer is
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- Any error code shown on the display
Laundry Notes for Wisconsin Rapids, WI
Most washer calls in Wisconsin Rapids 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Wisconsin Rapids
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: Wisconsin Rapids, WI
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Amana Washer Repair Near Wisconsin Rapids
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.