A Bosch washer shares most of its basic parts with other washers, but its drive design, lid or door lock, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Bosch and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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, Oak Ridge TN
We found 35 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Oak Ridge. 1 list an address in Oak Ridge, and other nearby bases include Knoxville (19), Lenoir City (3), and Harriman (3). Distances run up to about 28 miles. No company within 90 miles of Oak Ridge mentions Bosch by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Pinpoint Appliance Repair, about 3.8 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 33 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Oak Ridge. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention Bosch | 0 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 35 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.8, 5.4, 8.3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 16 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
First up for Oak Ridge: Mr. Appliance of Knoxville (12.5 miles away, based in Knoxville, 4.6 stars from 1,973 reviews); S&S Service LLC (8.3 miles away, based in Lenoir City, 4.9 stars from 95 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.0 miles away, based in Harriman, 4.3 stars from 113 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Eleet Appliance Repair (5.4 miles away, based in Lenoir City, 4.8 stars from 45 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know which Bosch washer you have before you call. Bosch makes front-load models, and the technician will ask.
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
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 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
What Bosch Washer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| E:30 / -80 | Drain problem, such as a clogged pump, hose or drain pipe, a kinked hose, a drain hose mounted too high, or a loose pump cap. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes |
| E17 / F17 / F29 | Inlet filters are clogged or water pressure is too low. 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 |
When to Call for Bosch Washer Repair
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- An error code on the display
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Care Bosch Recommends for Its Washers
- 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
- 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
Budgeting for a Bosch Washer Repair
Most Bosch washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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.
What to Have Ready for a Bosch Washer Call
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- How old the washer is
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
Laundry Notes for Oak Ridge, TN
Most washer calls in Oak Ridge 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.
Tennessee's Board for Licensing Contractors does not list an appliance repair license among the licenses it issues (general contractor, home improvement, limited licensed electrician and limited licensed plumber). Source: TN Board for Licensing Contractors
In Tennessee, you can check a license with the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance: Verify a License or report a problem to the Tennessee Division of Consumer Affairs (Office of the Attorney General).
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Oak Ridge
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Bosch Washer Repair FAQs: Oak Ridge, TN
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Do you work for Bosch?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Should I repair or replace my Bosch washer?
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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.