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 Augusta, with those that mention Bosch first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Independent Bosch Washer Technicians, Augusta ME
We found 23 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Augusta. Other nearby bases include Portland (5), Auburn (3), and Bangor (2). Distances run up to about 60 miles. The closest is Thermador Group, about 1.7 miles away. None of the repair companies near Augusta name Bosch in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. The 23 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Augusta is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.7, 16.8, 23.4 |
| Mention Bosch | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 23 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
Closest matches for Augusta: Sears Appliance Repair (16.8 miles away, based in Waterville, 4.5 stars from 26 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (28.3 miles away, based in Auburn, 4.4 stars from 522 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Agren (56.4 miles away, based in South Portland, 4.8 stars from 2,172 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Thermador Group (1.7 miles away, based in Chelsea, 4.9 stars from 27 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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 and Features
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
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 shaking or making loud noise. Bosch says to redistribute the load, make sure the washer is level, and confirm it stands on a stable surface. Source: Bosch - Why is My Bosch Washing Machine Making Loud Noises?
Bosch Washer Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| E16 / E34 / F16 / F34 | Door is not fully latched; close it until it clicks and check that nothing is caught in it. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes |
| E33 / F33 | Washer has detected too much detergent foam. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes |
| E:30 / -10 | Fill problem, such as low water pressure, a closed faucet, clogged inlet filters, a kinked hose or a water level sensor fault. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes |
Bosch Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Owner Care for Bosch Washers
- Run the brand's washer cleaner through the drum, plus a descaler in hard-water areas, about every few months to clear greasy residue and limescale. Source: Bosch - How to Clean Your Washing Machine Inside and Out
- 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
What Bosch Washer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Bosch washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any error code shown on the display
- How old the washer is
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
Local Notes for Augusta
Most washer calls in Augusta 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.
Maine has no general appliance repair license, but installing or servicing propane and natural gas appliances requires a Maine Fuel Board propane and natural gas technician license with an appliance connection and service authorization. Source: Maine Fuel Board - Licensing - Individual Licenses (Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation)
In Maine, you can check a license with the Maine Professional and Financial Regulation Licensee Search or report a problem to the Maine Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Augusta Washer Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Bosch Washer Repair FAQs: Augusta, ME
Why does my Bosch washer show an error code?
Is this Bosch customer service?
Which Augusta technicians work on Bosch?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
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Bosch Washer Repair Near Augusta
Write down any error code your Bosch washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Augusta technician bring the right parts.