Amana owners in Point Pleasant usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Point Pleasant, with those that mention Amana first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Amana, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Who Works on Amana Washers Near Point Pleasant
We found 32 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Point Pleasant. The rest are spread across Charleston (6), Jackson (2), and Huntington (2). The farthest listed company is about 56 miles out. The closest is Ken's Appliance Co., about 13.2 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Point Pleasant mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Point Pleasant is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Point Pleasant. 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) | 9 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 13.2, 24.1, 29.7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 23 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 32 |
| Mention washer work | 12 |
The leading options for Point Pleasant are Sears Appliance Repair (29.7 miles away, based in Jackson, 4.6 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (32.4 miles away, based in Huntington, 4.3 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (36.2 miles away, based in St Albans, 4.3 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (24.1 miles away, based in Ripley, 3.7 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Amana Washer Lines and Features
How Amana Washers Are Built
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
Amana front loaders with a user-cleanable pump filter are serviced from the front: a short drain hose is emptied into a container, then the filter is unscrewed counterclockwise, and the location varies by model. Source: Amana - Cleaning the Pump Filter - Front Load Washer
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 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
What Amana Washer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| LF / Lo FL / F8 E1 | Washer is filling too slowly or getting low water flow; check that the faucets are fully open and the hoses are clear. 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 |
| rL / F34 | Front load: items were left in the drum during the Clean Washer cycle. 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
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Keeping a Amana Washer Running
- 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
- 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
Amana Washer Repair Cost Ranges
A Amana washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- 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?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
What Point Pleasant Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Point Pleasant 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.
West Virginia's Division of Labor certifies HVAC technicians for installing, maintaining and repairing heating, ventilating and cooling system components, and the law has no specific appliance repair license or exemption. Source: West Virginia Code Chapter 21, Article 16 (HVAC technician certification), Division of Labor
In West Virginia, you can check a license with the West Virginia Contractor Licensing Board License Lookup or report a problem to the West Virginia Attorney General, Consumer Protection and Antitrust Division.
Before You Book in Point Pleasant
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- How often do you repair Amana washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: Point Pleasant, WV
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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.