If your Bosch washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. The Salem Lakes list starts with companies that name Bosch, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
Washing Machine Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Bosch. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Bosch washers and other brands.
Bosch Washer Repair Near Salem Lakes
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Salem Lakes. Other nearby bases include Kenosha (6), Waukegan (6), and McHenry (3). Command Service Center, INC is the nearest, roughly 4.3 miles from Salem Lakes. None of the repair companies near Salem Lakes name Bosch in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
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.
| Mention washer work | 12 |
|---|---|
| Mention Bosch | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.3, 6.3, 8.5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
The leading options for Salem Lakes are Sears Appliance Repair (13.9 miles away, based in Gurnee, 4.5 stars from 448 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Petersen's Reconditioned Washers & Dryers, Inc. (8.5 miles away, based in Burlington, 4.8 stars from 41 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Absolute Appliance Repair (18.3 miles away, based in Mundelein, 4.9 stars from 480 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Superior Appliance Repair Wauconda (19.2 miles away, based in Wauconda, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews).
Bosch Washer Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes Bosch Washer Repairs Different
The drain pump sits behind a service flap: water is drained off through a small hose first, then the pump cover is unscrewed and the pump impeller is checked to make sure it turns freely. Source: Bosch - Why Won't My Bosch Washing Machine Drain? How to Resolve
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
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 off balance. For an unbalanced-load code, Bosch says to mix large and small items and close the zippers and buttons on duvet and pillow covers. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes
What Bosch Washer Codes Mean
| 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 |
| E33 / F33 | Washer has detected too much detergent foam. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes |
| E17 / F17 / F29 | Inlet filters are clogged or water pressure is too low. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes |
When to Call for Bosch Washer Repair
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Salem Lakes
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
- 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
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?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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.
What to Have Ready for a Bosch Washer Call
- Any error code shown on the display
- How old the washer is
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
Around Salem Lakes
Most washer calls in Salem Lakes 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.
Wisconsin has no separate appliance repair license; plumbing licensing covers appliances connected to water supply systems, including water heaters, but exempts minor repairs to appliances and repair or replacement of gas or electrical control valves and devices. Source: DSPS: Plumbing License Laws in Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, you can check a license with the Wisconsin DSPS LicensE credential lookup or report a problem to the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), Bureau of Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Salem Lakes
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Bosch Washer Repair FAQs: Salem Lakes, WI
Why won't my washer spin?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Why does my Bosch washer show an error code?
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Write down any error code your Bosch washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Salem Lakes technician bring the right parts.