Bosch owners in St. Francis usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The St. Francis list starts with companies that name Bosch, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
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Who Works on Bosch Washers Near St. Francis
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of St. Francis. The rest are spread across Blaine (5), Ham Lake (3), and Forest Lake (3). Distances run up to about 26 miles. None of the repair companies near St. Francis name Bosch in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Nearest on the list: Home Appliance Service | St Francis, around 1.6 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 24 businesses.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 54 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.6, 5.9, 8.0 |
| Mention washer work | 7 |
| Mention Bosch | 0 |
At the top of the St. Francis list: Omega Force Appliance Repair (16.1 miles away, based in Rogers, 4.9 stars from 1,637 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Minnesota Appliance Repair (21.4 miles away, based in North Branch, 5.0 stars from 170 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.4 miles away, based in Forest Lake, 4.6 stars from 201 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Solutions (11.9 miles away, based in Ham Lake, 4.4 stars from 440 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Bosch Washer Lines and Features
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
The drain pump sits behind a service flap: water is drained off through a small hose first, then the pump cover is unscrewed and the pump impeller is checked to make sure it turns freely. Source: Bosch - Why Won't My Bosch Washing Machine Drain? How to Resolve
Bosch Washer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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
What Bosch Washer Codes Mean
| 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 |
| CL | Child lock is turned on. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes |
| E18 / F18 | Drain hose is blocked or kinked, or the pump needs cleaning. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes |
Signs Your Bosch Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- An error code on the display
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Owner Care for Bosch Washers
- 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
- 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:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
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
- How old the washer is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
Around St. Francis
Most washer calls in St. Francis 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.
Minnesota has no state license for mechanical contractors or their workers; businesses contracting for gas, heating, cooling or refrigeration work file a mechanical contractor bond with the Department of Labor and Industry, and some cities require their own licenses or competency cards. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
In Minnesota, you can check a license with the DLI License and Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Minnesota Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance.
Questions to Ask a St. Francis Washer Technician
- How often do you repair Bosch washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Bosch Washer Repair FAQs: St. Francis, MN
Why won't my washer spin?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Which St. Francis technicians work on Bosch?
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Bosch Washer Repair Near St. Francis
Write down any error code your Bosch washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a St. Francis technician bring the right parts.