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. The Hollymead 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.
Bosch Washer Repair Near Hollymead
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Hollymead. The rest are spread across Fredericksburg (6), Charlottesville (4), and Fishersville (3). Distances run up to about 56 miles. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 3.8 miles out. None of the repair companies near Hollymead name Bosch in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars. Hollymead is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Companies within 60 miles | 57 |
|---|---|
| Mention Bosch | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.8, 6.7, 7.0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 24 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
First up for Hollymead: Sears Appliance Repair (3.8 miles away, based in Charlottesville, 4.5 stars from 284 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fusion HVAC & Appliance Repair (55.7 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 460 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (26.8 miles away, based in Waynesboro, 4.3 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Piedmont Appliance Repair, Inc (35.6 miles away, based in Culpeper, 4.6 stars from 26 reviews).
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
How Bosch Washers Are Built
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
Common Bosch Washer Problems
- 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
- Door won't lock / won't start. Bosch says to push the door shut until it clicks, clear any laundry caught between the door and the cabinet, and restart the cycle. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes
Reading a Bosch Washer Error Code
| 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 |
| E:60 / -2B | Laundry is bunched up unevenly in the drum. 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 will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
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
- 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
Price the repair before replacing a Bosch washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 per visit 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
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
Local Notes for Hollymead
Most washer calls in Hollymead 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.
Before You Book in Hollymead
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Bosch Washer Repair FAQs: Hollymead, VA
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Bosch Washer Repair Near Hollymead
Write down any error code your Bosch washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Hollymead technician bring the right parts.