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 Dubuque, with those that mention Amana first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Amana, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Who Works on Amana Dishwashers Near Dubuque
We found 36 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Dubuque. 5 list an address in Dubuque, and the rest are spread across Freeport (6), Marion (4), and Cedar Rapids (4). Distances run up to about 59 miles. None of the repair companies near Dubuque name Amana in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Gateway Appliance Sales & Service is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Dubuque. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars. Dubuque is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Dubuque. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 1.2, 1.4 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 36 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 22 |
Closest matches for Dubuque: The Appliance Guy (1.2 miles away, 4.8 stars from 18 reviews); Service Guard (1.4 miles away, 4.3 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Gateway Appliance Sales & Service (0.8 miles away, 4.6 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Parker Appliance Repair Professionals (44.1 miles away, based in Martelle, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Amana Dishwasher Lines and Features
How Amana Dishwashers Are Built
Amana's triple filter system uses a removable upper filter assembly that protects the pump and a lower filter that keeps food from recirculating, and both need periodic hand cleaning. Source: Amana - How to Clean the Dishwasher Filters
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 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| F9E1 | Drain is taking too long, meaning the unit is not draining. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
Signs Your Amana Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Dubuque
Care Amana Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- 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
- 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
A Amana dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 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?
- 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- How old the dishwasher is
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
Dishwasher Notes for Dubuque, IA
Most dishwasher calls in Dubuque 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.
Iowa does not issue a general appliance repair technician license; the Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board licenses plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration and hydronic work, and state law carves out a special restricted license only for utility employees who repair appliances. Source: Iowa Code Chapter 105, Plumbers, Mechanical Professionals, and Contractors
In Iowa, you can check a license with the Iowa DIAL Find a Record or License (Plumbing & Mechanical Systems Board public search) or report a problem to the Iowa Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Dubuque
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Amana Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Dubuque, IA
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The technicians listed for Dubuque also cover smaller towns nearby, including Asbury. 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 Dubuque technician bring the right parts.