If your Bosch washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. 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, McLean VA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of McLean. 4 list an address in McLean, and the rest are spread across Falls Church (10), Bethesda (10), and Vienna (4). Distances run up to about 6 miles. The closest is Ace McLean Appliance Repair, about 1.1 miles away. None of the repair companies near McLean 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 4.9 stars across 30 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from McLean. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
| Mention Bosch | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 1.5, 2.2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
First up for McLean: Mr. Appliance of Northern Virginia (5.1 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.8 stars from 965 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ABV Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance (6.2 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.9 stars from 34 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.2 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.5 stars from 602 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Bosch Washer
How Bosch Washers Are Built
New Bosch washers ship with transit bolts that protect the machine during shipping, and these must be removed before the machine is used. Source: Bosch - Washing machine transport lock
What Bosch Says to Check First
- Washer not draining. Bosch starts with the hoses: clean the inlet hose filters, make sure the drain hose isn't kinked or blocked, then unplug the washer and clean the drain pump behind the service flap. Source: Bosch - Why Won't My Bosch Washing Machine Drain? How to Resolve
- 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
Bosch Washer Error Codes
| 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 |
| E17 / F17 / F29 | Inlet filters are clogged or water pressure is too low. 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
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Owner Care for Bosch Washers
- Clean the screen filters in the inlet hose connections with a small brush when the washer fills slowly or not at all. Source: Bosch - Water is not running into the washer
- 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
What Bosch Washer Repairs Cost
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?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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: $150–$400 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?
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
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- Any error code shown on the display
Local Notes for McLean
Fairfax Water, which supplies McLean, reports hardness of 5-10 grains per gallon (about 84-170 mg/L), moderately hard to hard; varies by location and rainfall. Hard water leaves scale on washer inlet screens and heating parts and calls for the right detergent dose, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: Fairfax Water FAQ: How "hard" is our water?
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 McLean
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair Bosch washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Bosch Washer Repair FAQs: McLean, VA
Why does my Bosch washer show an error code?
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Bosch Washer Repair Near McLean
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Bosch washer's label, usually inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.