If your Amana dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The Santa Maria list starts with companies that name Amana, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
Independent listings only: Dishwasher Repairs is not affiliated with or endorsed by Amana. If your dishwasher is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Amana directly.
Who Works on Amana Dishwashers Near Santa Maria
Within 30 miles of Santa Maria there are 16 appliance repair companies in our data. 7 of them are based in Santa Maria itself, and other nearby bases include Lompoc (4), San Luis Obispo (4), and Arroyo Grande (1). The farthest listed company is about 27 miles out. None of the repair companies near Santa Maria name Amana in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The closest is Ib-solutions, about 0.7 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 15 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Santa Maria. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 11 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 16 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 1.2, 1.3 |
The leading options for Santa Maria are Sears Appliance Repair (1.9 miles away, 4.5 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ib-solutions (0.7 miles away, 4.6 stars from 553 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, 4.4 stars from 46 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Idler's Home (1.3 miles away, 4.6 stars from 206 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Amana Dishwasher Lines and Features
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
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 drying. Amana says to confirm a heated dry cycle was selected and that the rinse aid dispenser is filled before looking at the heater. Source: Amana - Dishes Not Drying: Quick Fix Guide
Amana Dishwasher Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| F8E4 | Water has been detected in the drip tray under the tub. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
| F9E1 | Drain is taking too long, meaning the unit is not draining. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
| F7E2 | Fault with the wash motor. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
Amana Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- An error code on the display
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
What Gets Fixed on a Santa Maria Dishwasher Call
Care Amana Recommends for Its 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
Amana Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Amana dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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 repair: $150–$350 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?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. 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
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
Dishwasher Notes for Santa Maria, CA
Most dishwasher calls in Santa Maria 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 Santa Maria Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Amana Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Santa Maria, CA
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Amana dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Santa Maria technician bring the right parts.