Bosch owners in Dentsville usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Dentsville list starts with companies that name Bosch, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
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Who Works on Bosch Washers Near Dentsville
Within 30 miles of Dentsville there are 28 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Columbia (16), Lexington (3), and West Columbia (2). The farthest listed company is about 28 miles out. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Dentsville. No company within 90 miles of Dentsville mentions Bosch by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 24 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
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| Mention Bosch | 0 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 2.4, 3.7 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 15 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 28 |
First up for Dentsville: Appliance Professional (13.6 miles away, based in Lexington, 4.8 stars from 1,369 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sloan Appliance Service Inc. (9.1 miles away, based in Cayce, 4.7 stars from 2,353 reviews); Quick Appliance repair llc (9.0 miles away, based in Columbia, 5.0 stars from 241 reviews, lists Saturday hours); LineSight Home Services (5.4 miles away, based in Columbia, 5.0 stars from 7 reviews).
Know Your Bosch Washer
What a Bosch Washer Technician Deals With
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
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 shaking or making loud noise. Bosch says to redistribute the load, make sure the washer is level, and confirm it stands on a stable surface. Source: Bosch - Why is My Bosch Washing Machine Making Loud Noises?
Reading a Bosch Washer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| E:38 / -25 / -26 | Drain pump is blocked; clean the drum first, then the drain pump if the code comes back. 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
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Dentsville Washer Call
Keeping a Bosch Washer Running
- 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
- 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
Bosch Washer Repair Cost Ranges
A Bosch washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
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
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
Around Dentsville
Most washer calls in Dentsville 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.
South Carolina does not issue a license specific to appliance repair; mechanical work such as plumbing, heating, air conditioning and refrigeration is licensed by the Contractor's Licensing Board for commercial-scale jobs and by the Residential Builders Commission for residential HVAC and plumbing. Source: S.C. Code Title 40, Chapter 11 (Contractors), South Carolina Legislature
In South Carolina, you can check a license with the SC LLR License Lookup or report a problem to the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs.
Questions to Ask a Dentsville Washer Technician
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Bosch Washer Repair FAQs: Dentsville, SC
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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.