Bosch owners in Kirkwood usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Bosch and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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Who Works on Bosch Washers Near Kirkwood
Within 30 miles of Kirkwood there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across St. Louis (25), Affton (2), and Ellisville (2). Distances run up to about 13 miles. Nearest on the list: American Appliance Service, around 1.9 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Kirkwood mentions Bosch by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.9, 3.9, 5.3 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention Bosch | 0 |
At the top of the Kirkwood list: Mr. Appliance of Greater St. Louis (3.9 miles away, based in Ballwin, 4.8 stars from 1,345 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All American Appliance and HVAC Services (7.9 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.7 stars from 2,771 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hoffmann Brothers (5.3 miles away, based in Brentwood, 4.9 stars from 11,938 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hoffmann Brothers (8.2 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.9 stars from 6,545 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.
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
- 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 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
Bosch Washer Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| E18 / F18 | Drain hose is blocked or kinked, or the pump needs cleaning. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes |
| E80 | Fault in the drive circuit that needs a technician. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes |
Signs Your Bosch Washer Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Kirkwood
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
- 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
Bosch Washer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Bosch washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- How old the washer is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
Local Notes for Kirkwood
Most washer calls in Kirkwood 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Kirkwood
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- How often do you repair Bosch washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Bosch Washer Repair FAQs: Kirkwood, MO
Why does my Bosch washer show an error code?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Do you work for Bosch?
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Bosch Washer Repair Near Kirkwood
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.