Bosch owners in Cedar Rapids usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Cedar Rapids list starts with companies that name Bosch, 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 Bosch. If your washer is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Bosch directly.
Who Works on Bosch Washers Near Cedar Rapids
Within 30 miles of Cedar Rapids there are 32 appliance repair companies in our data. 18 list an address in Cedar Rapids, and other nearby bases include Marion (4), Iowa City (3), and Robins (1). The farthest listed company is about 24 miles out. Atlas Appliance Repair Services is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Cedar Rapids. No company within 90 miles of Cedar Rapids mentions Bosch by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 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.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 32 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 0.9, 0.9 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 4 |
| Mention Bosch | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 23 |
The leading options for Cedar Rapids are Sears Appliance Repair (4.9 miles away, 4.7 stars from 135 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (23.9 miles away, based in Iowa City, 4.6 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Parker Appliance Repair Professionals (18.8 miles away, based in Martelle, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lampe Appliance Services (3.5 miles away, 4.8 stars from 215 reviews).
Bosch sells front-load 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.
Bosch Washer Lines Technicians Work On
What a Bosch Washer Technician Deals With
The AquaStop inlet hose contains an electric valve, so it must never be submerged, and its screen filter is cleaned at the faucet end of the hose. Source: Bosch - Water is not running into the washer
Bosch Washer Symptoms and First Checks
- Door won't lock / won't start. Bosch says to push the door shut until it clicks, clear any laundry caught between the door and the cabinet, and restart the cycle. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes
- 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
Reading a Bosch Washer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| E18 / F18 | Drain hose is blocked or kinked, or the pump needs cleaning. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes |
| E17 / F17 / F29 | Inlet filters are clogged or water pressure is too low. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes |
| E:38 / -25 / -26 | Drain pump is blocked; clean the drum first, then the drain pump if the code comes back. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes |
When to Call for Bosch Washer Repair
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Cedar Rapids
Care Bosch Recommends for Its Washers
- Clean the drain pump, which is reached through the service flap with the washer unplugged. Source: Bosch - How to clean your washer's drain pump
- 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
Budgeting for a Bosch Washer Repair
A Bosch washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any error code shown on the display
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
Laundry Notes for Cedar Rapids, IA
Most washer calls in Cedar 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.
Iowa does not issue a general appliance repair technician license; the Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board licenses plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration and hydronic work, and state law carves out a special restricted license only for utility employees who repair appliances. Source: Iowa Code Chapter 105, Plumbers, Mechanical Professionals, and Contractors
In Iowa, you can check a license with the Iowa DIAL Find a Record or License (Plumbing & Mechanical Systems Board public search) or report a problem to the Iowa Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Cedar Rapids
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Bosch Washer Repair FAQs: Cedar Rapids, IA
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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 Cedar Rapids technician bring the right parts.