Bosch owners in Bristol usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Bristol list starts with companies that name Bosch, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
Washing Machine Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Bosch. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Bosch washers and other brands.
Who Works on Bosch Washers Near Bristol
Our data shows 15 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Bristol. 3 list an address in Bristol, and the rest are spread across Johnson City (4), Kingsport (3), and Abingdon (1). The farthest listed company is about 27 miles out. The closest is Quality Appliance Service, Inc, about 2.4 miles away. None of the repair companies near Bristol name Bosch in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 15 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Bristol. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.4, 2.9, 7.1 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 5 |
| Mention Bosch | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 15 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
Closest matches for Bristol: Sears Appliance Repair (22.7 miles away, based in Johnson City, 4.4 stars from 277 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of the Tri-Cities (21.9 miles away, based in Gray, 4.5 stars from 1,004 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (11.5 miles away, based in Abingdon, 4.4 stars from 147 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (20.3 miles away, based in Kingsport, 4.5 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Bosch Washer Lines Technicians Work On
How Bosch Washers Are Built
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 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 |
|---|---|
| CL | Child lock is turned on. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes |
| E80 | Fault in the drive circuit that needs a technician. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes |
| 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 |
Signs Your Bosch Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
What Gets Fixed on a Bristol Washer Call
Owner Care for Bosch 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 pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- 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
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- How old the washer is
- Any error code shown on the display
What Bristol Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Bristol 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.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Bristol
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Bosch Washer Repair FAQs: Bristol, VA
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Do you work for Bosch?
Why won't my washer spin?
Why is my washer leaking?
Other Washer Repair in Bristol
Bosch Washer Repair Near Bristol
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.