Washing Machine Repair in Nairobi
🧰 Washing Machine Not Filling with Water: How GossTech Will Help
A washing machine that’s not filling with water can be caused by various factors, such as blocked filters, faulty inlet valves, or electrical issues. At GossTech, we follow a structured approach to ensure accurate diagnosis, transparent quoting, and professional repair across Nairobi and other major towns in Kenya.
Let’s break this process into three main stages:
- Diagnosis
- Quotation
- Repair
1️⃣ Diagnosis Process
🔍 Step-by-Step Diagnosis by GossTech
| Step | Action | Purpose | Tools Used |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Initial customer call | Gather symptoms and model details | Phone or online system |
| 2 | Schedule visit | Assign technician & book slot | CRM system |
| 3 | On-site inspection | Visual and functional check | Screwdrivers, multimeter |
| 4 | Water supply check | Verify tap & hose connection | Water pressure gauge |
| 5 | Filter & inlet valve inspection | Check for clogs or damage | Screwdrivers, pliers |
| 6 | Electrical test | Test solenoid valve, pressure switch | Multimeter |
| 7 | Control board assessment | Test signals to valve | Circuit tester |
| 8 | Final report | Document findings & faults | Digital device/tablet |
✅ Key Focus Areas for Diagnosis:
- Water supply availability
- Hose blockages or kinks
- Faulty inlet valve solenoid
- Clogged inlet filter
- Malfunctioning water level sensor
- Faulty door lock preventing fill
- Electrical signal issues from control board
At the end of the diagnosis, GossTech provides a digital diagnostic report sent via WhatsApp or email, detailing the issue and the recommended solution.
2️⃣ Quotation Process
After diagnosis, GossTech prepares a transparent, itemized quotation.
💸 Quotation Components
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Diagnostic fee | Waived if repair proceeds; else Ksh 1,000 in Nairobi, Ksh 1,500 outside Nairobi |
| Parts cost | Based on genuine OEM parts for specific washing machine model |
| Labor charge | Standard labor fee (depending on complexity) |
| Transport charge | Included for Nairobi; +Ksh 500–1,500 for other towns |
| Warranty | 3–12 months on parts & workmanship |
👉 Customers receive the quote via WhatsApp, SMS, or email, with a breakdown like:
| Service Item | Cost (Ksh) |
|---|---|
| Inlet valve replacement | 4,500 |
| Labor charge | 2,000 |
| Transport | 0 (Nairobi) |
| Warranty | 6 months |
| TOTAL | 6,500 |
✅ GossTech ensures no hidden charges.
Customers can approve the quote online, enabling faster repair processing.
3️⃣ Repair Process
Once approved, GossTech initiates the repair:
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Source genuine spare part from supplier |
| 2 | Replace faulty component(s) |
| 3 | Test machine through full wash cycle |
| 4 | Verify water fill level & timing |
| 5 | Final quality assurance check |
| 6 | Provide post-repair instructions to client |
| 7 | Issue warranty certificate (digital/printed) |
Repairs are done on-site where possible; for complex repairs, GossTech transports the machine to a certified workshop at no extra cost.
🌍 Towns and Regions Served by GossTech
GossTech provides washing machine repair services in Nairobi and all major towns in Kenya, ensuring nationwide coverage.
📍 Major Towns & Coverage Details
| Region | Towns/Counties Served | Service Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Nairobi | Nairobi City, Ruai, Utawala, Karen, Lang’ata, Westlands, Kasarani | Same-day service |
| Kiambu | Thika, Ruiru, Kikuyu, Kiambu town, Limuru | Next-day service |
| Mombasa | Mombasa, Nyali, Likoni, Bamburi, Mtwapa | 1–2 days |
| Kisumu | Kisumu, Ahero, Maseno, Nyamasaria | 1–2 days |
| Nakuru | Nakuru, Naivasha, Gilgil | 1–2 days |
| Eldoret | Eldoret, Iten, Kapsabet, Moi’s Bridge | 1–2 days |
| Kericho | Kericho, Litein, Bureti | 1–3 days |
| Meru | Meru, Nkubu, Maua | 1–3 days |
| Nyeri | Nyeri, Karatina, Othaya | 1–2 days |
| Machakos | Machakos, Mlolongo, Syokimau, Athi River | Next-day |
| Kisii | Kisii, Suneka, Nyamira | 1–3 days |
| Kitale | Kitale, Endebess | 1–3 days |
| Embu | Embu, Runyenjes | 1–3 days |
| Malindi | Malindi, Watamu, Kilifi | 2–3 days |
📝 Note: Rural or remote areas may attract additional transport or logistics fees depending on accessibility.
🏆 Why Choose GossTech?
✅ Trained Technicians – Skilled in multi-brand washing machine repair
✅ OEM Parts – Guaranteed original parts
✅ Quick Turnaround – Most repairs done within 24–48 hours
✅ Warranty – 3–12 months depending on part
✅ Nationwide Reach – Serving homes, hotels, laundromats
🛑 Common Causes of Water Not Filling (Explained)
| Possible Cause | Description | Repair Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Water tap closed | Water supply turned off | Turn on tap |
| Blocked inlet hose filter | Sediment blocking filter | Clean filter or replace hose |
| Faulty inlet valve | Solenoid not opening | Replace inlet valve |
| Pressure switch faulty | Incorrectly detecting water level | Replace pressure switch |
| Control board failure | Not sending voltage to valve | Repair or replace PCB |
| Door lock malfunction | Machine thinks door is open | Replace door lock assembly |
Technicians follow a fault tree approach to eliminate possibilities before concluding the issue.
🚚 How Repairs Work in Other Towns
In towns outside Nairobi, the process is just as smooth:
- Customer calls or fills online form
- GossTech dispatches technician OR partners with local certified technician
- Parts couriered overnight if not in stock locally
- Repair scheduled within 24–72 hours depending on distance
- Same warranty and service quality apply
All parts are tracked using a centralized inventory system, ensuring quick sourcing and authentic parts.
📞 Customer Support & Contact Channels
GossTech provides 24/7 support through:
| Channel | Contact Details |
|---|---|
| Phone | +254 723613664 |
| +254 723613664 | |
| info@gosstech.co.ke | |
| Website | www.gosstech.co.ke |
Customers can track service status online or via WhatsApp updates.
🏁 Final Summary
✅ GossTech provides professional washing machine diagnosis, quotation, and repair services for machines not filling with water, across Nairobi and major towns in Kenya.
✅ The process includes:
- Systematic diagnosis
- Transparent quotation
- Professional repair with warranty
- Nationwide coverage including Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret, and more.
✅ Customers benefit from quick turnaround, genuine parts, and easy communication.