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 De Soto, 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, De Soto MO
We found 15 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of De Soto. 1 of them are based in De Soto itself, and the rest are spread across St. Louis (3), Festus (2), and Hillsboro (1). No company within 90 miles of De Soto mentions Bosch by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Midwest Appliance Repair, LLC, about 8.7 miles away. The 11 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from De Soto. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 8.7, 9.7, 9.8 |
|---|---|
| Mention Bosch | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 3 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 15 |
At the top of the De Soto list: Midwest Appliance Repair, LLC (8.7 miles away, 5.0 stars from 1,596 reviews); The Appliance Guys (25.6 miles away, based in Eureka, 4.6 stars from 3,635 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (28.4 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.3 stars from 196 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (28.1 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.1 stars from 251 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Bosch Washer
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
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 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
Reading a Bosch Washer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| E:60 / -2B | Laundry is bunched up unevenly in the drum. 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 |
| 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 |
Signs Your Bosch Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
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 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:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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)
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
Laundry Notes for De Soto, MO
Most washer calls in De Soto 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 Missouri, you can report a problem to the Missouri Attorney General's Office, Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in De Soto
- 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?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Bosch Washer Repair FAQs: De Soto, MO
Which De Soto technicians work on Bosch?
Why does my Bosch washer show an error code?
Why is my washer leaking?
Other Washer Repair in De Soto
Bosch Washer Repair Near De Soto
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.