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 Montpelier list starts with companies that name Bosch, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Bosch, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Bosch Washer Repair Near Montpelier
Within 60 miles of Montpelier there are 27 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Montpelier itself, and the rest are spread across Rutland (3), Plattsburgh (3), and Barre (2). The farthest listed company is about 59 miles out. The closest is Commercial Services Inc, about 1.2 miles away. None of the repair companies near Montpelier 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 4.3 stars across 26 businesses. Montpelier is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Mention washer work | 10 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Mention Bosch | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 5.7, 5.9 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 27 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 14 |
First up for Montpelier: Sears Appliance Repair (30.7 miles away, based in St Johnsbury, 4.6 stars from 91 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (34.1 miles away, based in Middlebury, 4.6 stars from 122 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Advanced Appliance (35.9 miles away, based in Colchester, 4.9 stars from 359 reviews); Marcotte Appliance (33.4 miles away, based in Shelburne, 4.7 stars from 18 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know which Bosch washer you have before you call. Bosch makes front-load models, and the technician will ask.
Bosch Washer Lines Technicians Work On
What a Bosch Washer Technician Deals With
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
Models with i-DOS have a separate dosing pump that can clog and trigger its own error code, and Bosch lists cleaning that pump unit as the fix. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes
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
- 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 |
| E:00 / -18 | Drain pump is blocked; clear the drain hose or pipe and clean the pump. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes |
Bosch Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Owner Care for Bosch Washers
- Wipe the rubber door seal with a soft damp cloth, and avoid harsh scrubbing agents and chlorine-based cleaners, which can break down the rubber. Source: Bosch - Cleaning Washing Machine Seal
- 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
Bosch Washer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Bosch washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- 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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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)
- How old the washer is
- Any error code shown on the display
Local Notes for Montpelier
Most washer calls in Montpelier 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.
No separate Vermont appliance repair license was identified, but anyone who installs, inspects or services natural gas or propane systems, including appliances, must hold a gas certification from the Division of Fire Safety. Source: Vermont Division of Fire Safety: Natural and LP Gas Certifications
In Vermont, you can check a license with the DFS Licensing MasterList (Vermont Open Data: licensed electricians, plumbers and gas certifications) or report a problem to the Vermont Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance Program.
Before You Book in Montpelier
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair Bosch washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Bosch Washer Repair FAQs: Montpelier, VT
What should I do about a Bosch error code?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Why won't my washer spin?
Is my Bosch washer worth repairing?
Other Washer Repair in Montpelier
Bosch Washer Repair in Nearby Cities
Write down any error code your Bosch washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Montpelier technician bring the right parts.