If your Amana dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The Kahului list starts with companies that name Amana, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Amana. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Amana dishwashers and other brands.
Independent Amana Dishwasher Technicians, Kahului HI
Within 60 miles of Kahului there are 5 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Kahului itself, and other nearby bases include Lahaina (2), Wailuku (1), and Makawao (1). None of the repair companies near Kahului name Amana in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.4 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 3 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Kahului is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 2.6, 7.4 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 5 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 2 |
The leading options for Kahului are Sears Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, 4.7 stars from 395 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Kelly's Appliance Repair LLC (7.4 miles away, based in Makawao, 4.7 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Malama Appliance Repair (13.9 miles away, based in Lahaina, 4.9 stars from 370 reviews); almost anything (2.6 miles away, based in Wailuku).
Know Your Amana Dishwasher
What Makes Amana Dishwasher Repairs Different
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
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 |
| F7E2 | Fault with the wash motor. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
| F6E1 | Communication problem between the user interface and the main control. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
Amana Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Kahului
Care Amana Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- 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
- 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
Budgeting for a Amana Dishwasher Repair
Most Amana dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- How old the dishwasher is
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
Local Notes for Kahului
Most dishwasher calls in Kahului 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.
Hawaii has no appliance repair license classification; the Contractors License Board's specialty classifications cover related trades such as plumbing (including fuel gas piping), refrigeration, and ventilating and air conditioning, and a contractor license applies to jobs that need a building, electrical or plumbing permit. Source: Description of Contractor License Classifications (Hawaii DCCA Contractors License Board)
In Hawaii, you can check a license with the Hawaii DCCA Professional and Vocational Licensing public license search or report a problem to the Hawaii DCCA Regulated Industries Complaints Office (RICO).
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Kahului
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- 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?
Amana Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Kahului, HI
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The technicians listed for Kahului also cover smaller towns nearby, including Pukalani, Makawao, and Haiku-Pauwela. 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 Kahului technician bring the right parts.