A Bosch washer shares most of its basic parts with other washers, but its drive design, lid or door lock, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. Below are independent repair companies serving Smiths Station, with those that mention Bosch first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Bosch, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Who Works on Bosch Washers Near Smiths Station
We found 22 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Smiths Station. Other nearby bases include Columbus (10), Phenix City (3), and Opelika (3). Distances run up to about 23 miles. The closest is Heritage Appliance Repair Experts, about 4.0 miles away. None of the repair companies near Smiths Station name Bosch in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. The 21 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.0, 4.4, 4.9 |
| Mention Bosch | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 4 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 22 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 15 |
The leading options for Smiths Station are Sears Appliance Repair (8.1 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.4 stars from 231 reviews, lists Saturday hours); One Choice Appliance Repair LLC (4.4 miles away, based in Phenix City, 4.7 stars from 652 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (4.9 miles away, based in Phenix City, 4.1 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.0 miles away, based in Opelika, 4.3 stars from 149 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Bosch Washer Lines Technicians Work On
What a Bosch Washer Technician Deals With
New Bosch washers ship with transit bolts that protect the machine during shipping, and these must be removed before the machine is used. Source: Bosch - Washing machine transport lock
Common Bosch Washer Problems
- Washer leaking. Bosch says to find where the water collects first: for a leak at the front, clean the door seal and door; for a leak at the detergent drawer, use less detergent or switch to fresh detergent. Source: Bosch - Why is my Bosch Washing Machine Leaking? How to Troubleshoot
- Washer not filling. Bosch has owners clean the filters at the water connection or AquaStop hose first, then test water pressure by timing the faucet's flow into a bucket. Source: Bosch - Water is not running into the washer
Reading a Bosch Washer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| CL | Child lock is turned on. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes |
| E17 / F17 / F29 | Inlet filters are clogged or water pressure is too low. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes |
| E32 / F32 | Load is out of balance. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes |
Bosch Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Owner Care for Bosch Washers
- Wipe the rubber door seal with a soft damp cloth, and avoid harsh scrubbing agents and chlorine-based cleaners, which can break down the rubber. Source: Bosch - Cleaning Washing Machine Seal
- Clean the screen filters in the inlet hose connections with a small brush when the washer fills slowly or not at all. Source: Bosch - Water is not running into the washer
What Bosch Washer Repairs Cost
Most Bosch washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- How old the washer is
What Smiths Station Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Smiths Station 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.
Alabama does not issue a separate appliance repair license, and the state's heating, air conditioning and refrigeration contractor law expressly excludes work on household appliances, residential refrigerators and ice machines. Source: Code of Alabama 1975, Section 34-31-18 et seq. (Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Contractors)
In Alabama, you can check a license with the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board Individual Licensee Search or report a problem to the Alabama Attorney General's Office, Consumer Interest Division.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Smiths Station
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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?
Bosch Washer Repair FAQs: Smiths Station, AL
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Write down any error code your Bosch washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Smiths Station technician bring the right parts.