If your Bosch washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. The Tecumseh list starts with companies that name Bosch, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
Washing Machine Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Bosch. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Bosch washers and other brands.
Independent Bosch Washer Technicians, Tecumseh MI
Our data shows 17 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Tecumseh. Other nearby bases include Ann Arbor (5), Monroe (3), and Sylvania (2). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Tecumseh 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: Adrian Appliance Service, around 6.8 miles out. Across 17 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Tecumseh. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 6.8, 19.1, 20.4 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 17 |
| Mention Bosch | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Mention washer work | 4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 14 |
First up for Tecumseh: Dave Smith Appliance Services LLC (27.8 miles away, based in Toledo, 4.8 stars from 1,168 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.1 miles away, based in Ann Arbor, 4.5 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Perrysburg (25.7 miles away, based in Sylvania, 4.5 stars from 251 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (29.1 miles away, based in Monroe, 4.6 stars from 441 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know which Bosch washer you have before you call. Bosch makes front-load models, and the technician will ask.
Bosch Washer Lines and Features
How Bosch Washers Are Built
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 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
- 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
Bosch Washer Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| E32 / F32 | Load is out of balance. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes |
| E:00 / -18 | Drain pump is blocked; clear the drain hose or pipe and clean the pump. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes |
| H9E | Hot water supply problem, such as a closed hot faucet, a kinked hot hose, low hot water pressure or clogged strainers. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes |
Bosch Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Tecumseh
Care Bosch Recommends for Its 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 drain pump, which is reached through the service flap with the washer unplugged. Source: Bosch - How to clean your washer's drain pump
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:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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.
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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
What Tecumseh Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Tecumseh 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.
Michigan's licensing lists no separate appliance repair license; gas, heating and refrigeration service work is licensed by work classification under the state mechanical contractor license. Source: LARA: Mechanical Examination, Licensing/Registration & Application Information
In Michigan, you can check a license with the LARA Find / Verify a BCC Licensed Professional or Business or report a problem to the Michigan Department of Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Tecumseh
- How often do you repair Bosch washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Bosch Washer Repair FAQs: Tecumseh, MI
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Other Washer Repair in Tecumseh
Bosch Washer Repair Near Tecumseh
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Bosch 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.