If your Bosch washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. The Cavalero 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.
Who Works on Bosch Washers Near Cavalero
40 repair companies serve Cavalero from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Everett (15), Lynnwood (7), and Lake Stevens (4). Distances run up to about 14 miles. None of the repair companies near Cavalero name Bosch in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Nearest on the list: Appliance Repair Guys, LLC, around 0.8 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 34 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Cavalero. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 1.9, 2.2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 30 |
| Mention Bosch | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 13 |
At the top of the Cavalero list: Appliance Fixers (12.1 miles away, based in Bothell, 4.9 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Mechanics (2.7 miles away, based in Lake Stevens, 4.9 stars from 445 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (14.0 miles away, based in Lynnwood, 4.7 stars from 413 reviews); Smartfix Appliance (1.9 miles away, based in Lake Stevens, 5.0 stars from 102 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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 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 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?
- 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
Bosch Washer Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| E:00 / -18 | Drain pump is blocked; clear the drain hose or pipe and clean the pump. 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 |
| E33 / F33 | Washer has detected too much detergent foam. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes |
Signs Your Bosch Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
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
- 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
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:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
Around Cavalero
Most washer calls in Cavalero 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.
Washington's Department of Labor & Industries issues an appliance repair (07D) specialty electrician certificate that covers like-for-like repair and replacement of self-contained appliances such as ovens on an unchanged circuit, but excludes branch-circuit wiring and plumbing work. Source: WAC 296-46B-920, Electrical/telecommunications license/certificate types and scope of work
In Washington, you can check a license with the L&I Verify a Contractor, Tradesperson or Business or report a problem to the Washington State Office of the Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Cavalero Washer Technician
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Bosch Washer Repair FAQs: Cavalero, WA
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Bosch Washer Repair Near Cavalero
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.