Washer Won’t Fill? Water Inlet Valve Cost & Difficulty
$140–290 total (shop) · $20–33 DIY part
Part prices $20–33 on eBay (checked 2026-11-03) · shop total from published rates ($70–130 service call, $50–125/hr) · estimates, not quotes
It’s usually worth fixing. A failed water inlet valve is one of the cheapest washer repairs — but check the inlet screens first, because hard-water debris stops filling more often than the valve itself.
⚠️ Mains-side water first. Shut the wall supply valves OFF before touching this part — the solenoid wires stay live unless the machine is unplugged. Photograph the wire order before disconnecting anything.
Your model number decides which part you need.It's printed on a sticker inside the door rim or on the back panel — match it against the parts listed below.
Check first — it's often free
| Cause | DIY | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Clogged inlet screens (where the hoses meet the machine) | 1/5 · 10 min | $0 |
| Kinked supply hoses / closed wall valve | 1/5 · 5 min | $0 |
| Failed solenoid / inlet valve assembly | 1/5 · 45–60 min | $20–33 DIY · $140–290 shop |
| House water-pressure issue | — | not a DIY parts fix — call a plumber |
Walkthrough
Parts
LG valve AJU73213301 — check current price · Whirlpool/Kenmore valve W10683603 — verify against your model plate first.
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