If your Bosch washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Vashon, with those that mention Bosch first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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, Vashon WA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Vashon. Other nearby bases include Kent (9), Seattle (7), and Tacoma (5). Nearest on the list: Friendly Appliance Repair Care, Inc, around 6.4 miles out. None of the repair companies near Vashon name Bosch in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Vashon. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention Bosch | 0 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 6.4, 6.9, 7.0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 34 |
At the top of the Vashon list: Expert Appliance Repair (11.4 miles away, based in Seattle, 5.0 stars from 1,139 reviews); HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Tacoma (9.4 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.9 stars from 470 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Roman’s Appliance Repair Pro (10.2 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.9 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A&H Appliance and Home services (10.2 miles away, based in Federal Way, 4.9 stars from 35 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 and Features
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
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
What Bosch Says to Check First
- 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
Reading a Bosch Washer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| E17 / F17 / F29 | Inlet filters are clogged or water pressure is too low. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes |
| CL | Child lock is turned on. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes |
| E:60 / -2B | Laundry is bunched up unevenly in the drum. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes |
When to Call for Bosch Washer Repair
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Care Bosch Recommends for Its 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
- 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:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- 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
- How old the washer is
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
Around Vashon
Most washer calls in Vashon 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 Vashon Washer Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Bosch Washer Repair FAQs: Vashon, WA
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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.