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 Kenmore, with those that mention Bosch first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Independent listings only: Washing Machine Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by Bosch. If your washer is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Bosch directly.
Who Works on Bosch Washers Near Kenmore
Within 30 miles of Kenmore there are 29 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Buffalo (8), Williamsville (3), and Niagara Falls (3). Nearest on the list: Boriso, around 2.7 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Kenmore mentions Bosch by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 25 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Kenmore. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 19 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 29 |
| Mention Bosch | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.7, 2.7, 2.9 |
The leading options for Kenmore are Orville's Home Appliances (3.1 miles away, based in Eggertsville, 4.7 stars from 2,722 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, based in Amherst, 4.4 stars from 197 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Orville's Home Appliances (10.7 miles away, based in Depew, 4.3 stars from 336 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.2 miles away, based in West Seneca, 4.5 stars from 70 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Bosch Washer
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
Common Bosch Washer Problems
- 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
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 |
| E:00 / -18 | Drain pump is blocked; clear the drain hose or pipe and clean the pump. 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 |
Signs Your Bosch Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Care Bosch Recommends for Its Washers
- 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
Most Bosch washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Any error code shown on the display
- How old the washer is
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
Local Notes for Kenmore
Most washer calls in Kenmore 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 York State has no appliance repair license; home improvement contractor licensing is set locally, required in New York City and in Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, Putnam and Rockland counties. Source: NY Attorney General: Contractor tip card
In New York, you can report a problem to the New York State Office of the Attorney General, Bureau of Consumer Frauds and Protection.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Kenmore
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Bosch Washer Repair FAQs: Kenmore, NY
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Why does my Bosch washer show an error code?
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Write down any error code your Bosch washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Kenmore technician bring the right parts.