Most Bosch washer repairs in Salem involve the same few systems: the drain pump, the lid or door lock, the drive, the water supply and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Salem, 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, Salem NJ
40 repair companies serve Salem from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Wilmington (14), New Castle (6), and Newark (4). None of the repair companies near Salem name Bosch in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. The closest is Cardinal Appliance Repair LLC, about 5.2 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 3.9 stars across 30 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Salem. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 30 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Mention Bosch | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 12 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 5.2, 8.2, 9.2 |
First up for Salem: Sears Appliance Repair (9.2 miles away, based in New Castle, 4.6 stars from 631 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ventura Appliance Repair (17.0 miles away, based in Townsend, 4.9 stars from 2,887 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (18.7 miles away, based in Elkton, 4.5 stars from 209 reviews, lists Saturday hours); County Appliance Service (9.6 miles away, based in St Georges, 4.9 stars from 198 reviews).
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 Makes Bosch Washer Repairs Different
The door must latch fully before a cycle runs, and Bosch reports an unlatched door with codes E16, E34, F16 or F34. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes
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
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 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
Reading a Bosch Washer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| E80 | Fault in the drive circuit that needs a technician. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes |
| E17 / F17 / F29 | Inlet filters are clogged or water pressure is too low. 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
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- An error code on the display
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
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
- 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
What Bosch Washer Repairs Cost
A Bosch washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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: $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?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. 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
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- Any error code shown on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
Laundry Notes for Salem, NJ
Most washer calls in Salem 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.
New Jersey has no license specific to appliance repair; plumbing work is reserved to state-licensed master plumbers, and gas piping work on the customer side of the meter falls under HVACR contractor licensing, both overseen by boards in the Division of Consumer Affairs. Source: NJ Division of Consumer Affairs: State Board of Examiners of Master Plumbers rule notice
In New Jersey, you can check a license with the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs License Verification System or report a problem to the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Salem
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Bosch Washer Repair FAQs: Salem, NJ
Is this Bosch customer service?
Is my Bosch washer worth repairing?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
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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.