If your Amana dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Bakersfield, with those that mention Amana first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Amana. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Amana dishwashers and other brands.
Who Works on Amana Dishwashers Near Bakersfield
Within 30 miles of Bakersfield there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 39 list an address in Bakersfield, and the rest are spread across Anaheim (1). Distances run up to about 7 miles. No company within 90 miles of Bakersfield mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Artur's Top Appliance Repair, about 0.8 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 26 businesses.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 46 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 1.0, 1.0 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 31 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
Closest matches for Bakersfield: Appliance Repair Specialist (4.8 miles away, 4.6 stars from 4,635 reviews); Zip Appliance & Plumbing Repair (1.4 miles away, 4.8 stars from 1,299 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quality Appliance Repair Services (5.2 miles away, 4.8 stars from 72 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, 4.4 stars from 295 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Amana Dishwasher
What a Amana Dishwasher Technician Deals With
The drain hose must rise in a loop at least 20 inches above the floor, and Amana recommends an air gap when the connection sits lower. Source: Amana - Checking the Drain Loop Height
What Amana Says to Check First
- Dishwasher not cleaning. Amana lists soil left on dishes as a sign the filters need cleaning, so the filters are the first thing to clean. Source: Amana - Filter is Dirty - Dishwasher
- Dishwasher not starting. Amana says to confirm the unit has power and, on hardwired installs, that the breaker hasn't tripped, and to check whether control lock is on. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Not Starting or Not Operating
Reading a Amana Dishwasher Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| H20 | The dishwasher is not detecting water during fill. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
| F9E1 | Drain is taking too long, meaning the unit is not draining. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
| F8E4 | Water has been detected in the drip tray under the tub. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
When to Call for Amana Dishwasher Repair
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Bakersfield
Keeping a Amana Dishwasher Running
- Clean the upper and lower filters about once a month, or every two weeks with heavy daily use, using running water and a soft brush rather than wire brushes or scouring pads. Source: Amana - How to Clean the Dishwasher Filters
- If the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposer, run the disposer to clear food before starting a cycle. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Not Draining? 3 Reasons Why
Amana Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
A Amana dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
What to Have Ready for a Amana Dishwasher Call
- How old the dishwasher is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
Dishwasher Notes for Bakersfield, CA
Most dishwasher calls in Bakersfield come down to the same handful of parts: the filter and drain path, the drain pump, the inlet valve, the door latch and the heating parts.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
Questions to Ask a Bakersfield Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- How often do you repair Amana dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Amana Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Bakersfield, CA
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Do you work for Amana?
Which Bakersfield technicians work on Amana?
Is my Amana dishwasher worth repairing?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Bakersfield
Amana Dishwasher Repair in Nearby Cities
Clean the filter, check the drain hose under the sink and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Amana repair.