Most Amana dishwasher repairs in Costa Mesa involve the same few systems: the filter and drain, the water supply, the door latch, the heat and the controls. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Amana and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Amana, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Amana Dishwasher Repair Near Costa Mesa
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Costa Mesa. 14 of them are based in Costa Mesa itself, and the rest are spread across Newport Beach (11), Huntington Beach (4), and Santa Ana (4). The closest is Moore Appliance Pros, about 0.5 miles away. None of the repair companies near Costa Mesa name Amana in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 28 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Costa Mesa. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.6, 0.8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
Closest matches for Costa Mesa: Master Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, based in Santa Ana, 5.0 stars from 20 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.3 miles away, 4.7 stars from 155 reviews, lists Saturday hours); FridgeGod (3.6 miles away, based in Irvine, 5.0 stars from 24 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Coast Vacuum & Sewing Center (1.7 miles away, 4.4 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Amana Dishwasher
What a Amana Dishwasher Technician Deals With
An overflow float in the front right corner of the tub must move freely or the dishwasher may not fill. Source: Amana - Why Your Dishwasher Isn't Working
Amana Dishwasher Symptoms and First Checks
- Dishwasher not filling. Amana says to make sure the water supply valve is open, the overflow float moves freely, and the drain loop is high enough to prevent siphoning. Source: Amana - Why Your Dishwasher Isn't Working
- Dishwasher not draining. Amana says to cut power and water, remove standing water, clean the filters and sump, then check the drain hose for kinks, a missing high loop, a clogged air gap, or an unremoved disposer knockout plug. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Not Draining
Amana Dishwasher Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| F6E1 | Communication problem between the user interface and the main control. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
| F9E1 | Drain is taking too long, meaning the unit is not draining. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
| H20 | The dishwasher is not detecting water during fill. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
When to Call for Amana Dishwasher Repair
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Costa Mesa
Owner Care for Amana Dishwashers
- Keep the rinse aid dispenser filled and use a cycle with heated dry for better drying results. Source: Amana - Dishes Not Drying: Quick Fix Guide
- Run a dishwasher cleaner through an empty hot cycle about once a month to help control odors. Source: Amana - Removing Odors in your Dishwasher
What Amana Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Most Amana dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$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?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- How old the dishwasher is
Local Notes for Costa Mesa
Most dishwasher calls in Costa Mesa 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 Costa Mesa Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Amana Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Costa Mesa, CA
Is my Amana dishwasher worth repairing?
Why are my dishes still wet?
How do I get rid of a dishwasher odor?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Amana dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Costa Mesa technician bring the right parts.