If your Bosch washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. The Wilkes-Barre list starts with companies that name Bosch, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
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 Wilkes-Barre
Within 30 miles of Wilkes-Barre there are 29 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Wilkes-Barre itself, and other nearby bases include Scranton (7), Pittston (3), and Kingston (2). Distances run up to about 26 miles. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.2 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Wilkes-Barre mentions Bosch by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 1.5, 1.6 |
|---|---|
| Mention Bosch | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 29 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 15 |
At the top of the Wilkes-Barre list: Sears Appliance Repair (19.5 miles away, based in Scranton, 4.8 stars from 177 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.9 miles away, based in Pittston, 5.0 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.2 miles away, based in Kingston, 4.7 stars from 164 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.6 miles away, based in Moosic, 4.7 stars from 74 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.
Bosch Washer Lines and Features
What a Bosch Washer Technician Deals With
The AquaStop inlet hose contains an electric valve, so it must never be submerged, and its screen filter is cleaned at the faucet end of the hose. Source: Bosch - Water is not running into the washer
Bosch Washer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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 |
|---|---|
| E:60 / -2B | Laundry is bunched up unevenly in the drum. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes |
| E18 / F18 | Drain hose is blocked or kinked, or the pump needs cleaning. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes |
| 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 |
Bosch Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Wilkes-Barre Washer Call
Care Bosch Recommends for Its Washers
- 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
- 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
Price the repair before replacing a Bosch washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- 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)
- Any error code shown on the display
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
Around Wilkes-Barre
Most washer calls in Wilkes-Barre 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.
Pennsylvania has no statewide license for appliance repair or for most construction trades; contractors doing home improvement work must register with the Attorney General, and some municipalities license trades such as plumbing. Source: Contractor Licensing (Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry)
In Pennsylvania, you can check a license with the PA Office of Attorney General Home Improvement Contractor Registration Search or report a problem to the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General.
Questions to Ask a Wilkes-Barre Washer Technician
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair Bosch washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Bosch Washer Repair FAQs: Wilkes-Barre, PA
Why won't my washer spin?
What should I do about a Bosch error code?
How do I find a technician who knows Bosch washers?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
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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 Wilkes-Barre technician bring the right parts.