A Amana dishwasher shares most of its basic parts with other dishwashers, but its filter design, drying system, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. The Solvang 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.
Independent Amana Dishwasher Technicians, Solvang CA
27 repair companies serve Solvang from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Santa Barbara (11), Santa Maria (6), and Goleta (5). Distances run up to about 30 miles. No company within 90 miles of Solvang mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Mission Appliance Services is the nearest, roughly 3.2 miles from Solvang. The 25 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Solvang. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention Amana | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 15 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 27 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.2, 18.4, 18.5 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
Closest matches for Solvang: Mission Appliance Services (3.2 miles away, based in Santa Ynez, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (18.6 miles away, based in Lompoc, 4.4 stars from 84 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Superman Appliance Repair (27.5 miles away, based in Santa Barbara, 5.0 stars from 91 reviews, lists Saturday hours); W.A.R.S Warranted Appliance Repair & Service (18.5 miles away, based in Lompoc, 5.0 stars from 24 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Amana Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
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 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 |
Signs Your Amana Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Care Amana Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- Run a dishwasher cleaner through an empty hot cycle about once a month to help control odors. Source: Amana - Removing Odors in your Dishwasher
- 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
What Amana Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Amana dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Amana Dishwasher Call
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
Around Solvang
Most dishwasher calls in Solvang 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).
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Solvang
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair Amana dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Amana Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Solvang, CA
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Also Serving Towns Around Solvang
The technicians listed for Solvang also cover smaller towns nearby, including Buellton. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Amana dishwasher repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Amana dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Solvang technician bring the right parts.