If your Bosch washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Rochester, 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.
Independent Bosch Washer Technicians, Rochester IN
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Rochester. Other nearby bases include South Bend (14), Warsaw (3), and Kokomo (3). The farthest listed company is about 48 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Rochester mentions Bosch by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: Hollon Appliance Repair, around 22.2 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 37 businesses. Rochester is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Rochester. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention Bosch | 0 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 22.2, 22.2, 22.4 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 34 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 15 |
At the top of the Rochester list: Sears Appliance Repair (22.4 miles away, based in Peru, 4.2 stars from 62 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (40.5 miles away, based in Goshen, 4.6 stars from 52 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Greer Appliance Repair (47.3 miles away, based in La Porte, 4.8 stars from 44 reviews); Ed's Appliance Store, Inc. (42.9 miles away, based in Elkhart, 4.7 stars from 44 reviews).
Know which Bosch washer you have before you call. Bosch makes front-load models, and the technician will ask.
Bosch Washer Lines Technicians Work On
What a Bosch Washer Technician Deals With
Models with i-DOS have a separate dosing pump that can clog and trigger its own error code, and Bosch lists cleaning that pump unit as the fix. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes
What Bosch Says to Check First
- Washer not draining. Bosch starts with the hoses: clean the inlet hose filters, make sure the drain hose isn't kinked or blocked, then unplug the washer and clean the drain pump behind the service flap. Source: Bosch - Why Won't My Bosch Washing Machine Drain? How to Resolve
- Washer off balance. For an unbalanced-load code, Bosch says to mix large and small items and close the zippers and buttons on duvet and pillow covers. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes
Reading a Bosch Washer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| E:00 / -23 | Water has been detected in the base pan or there is a leak; shut off the water supply. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes |
| E17 / F17 / F29 | Inlet filters are clogged or water pressure is too low. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes |
| E:30 / -80 | Drain problem, such as a clogged pump, hose or drain pipe, a kinked hose, a drain hose mounted too high, or a loose pump cap. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes |
Bosch Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- 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 Bosch Washer Running
- Cut back on detergent for lightly soiled loads, since too much detergent causes over-sudsing and can push water out of the dispenser drawer. Source: Bosch - Why is my Bosch Washing Machine Leaking? How to Troubleshoot
- 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
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:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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.
What to Have Ready for a Bosch Washer Call
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- 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
Around Rochester
Most washer calls in Rochester 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.
In Indiana, you can check a license with the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency License Verification or report a problem to the Indiana Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Rochester
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair Bosch washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Bosch Washer Repair FAQs: Rochester, IN
Why won't my washer spin?
Why is my washer leaking?
Which Rochester technicians work on Bosch?
Is this Bosch customer service?
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Bosch Washer Repair Near Rochester
Check the drain hose, the supply valves and (on a front loader) the drain pump filter, and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Bosch repair.