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. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Amana and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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 Glendale Heights
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Glendale Heights. 4 of them are based in Glendale Heights itself, and other nearby bases include Carol Stream (5), Wheaton (5), and Addison (4). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. None of the repair companies near Glendale Heights name Amana in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Nearest on the list: A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance, around 0.6 miles out. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Glendale Heights. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention Amana | 0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 0.6, 0.9 |
First up for Glendale Heights: Aslan Appliance Repair (5.0 miles away, based in Roselle, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); VESTA APPLIANCE REPAIR (4.3 miles away, based in Glen Ellyn, 4.9 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance (0.6 miles away, 4.7 stars from 173 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SS Heating Cooling&Appliance (4.7 miles away, based in Carol Stream, 5.0 stars from 212 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Amana Dishwasher
How Amana Dishwashers Are Built
Some Amana dishwashers instead use a maintenance-free filter style with a foreign object cup that is emptied when it fills. Source: Amana - Filter is Dirty - Dishwasher
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 odor. Amana says to pull and rinse the drain filter first, then run a cleaner in an empty hot cycle and make sure the drain and disposer are clear. Source: Amana - Removing Odors in your Dishwasher
Reading a Amana Dishwasher Error Code
| 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 |
| H20 | The dishwasher is not detecting water during fill. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
Signs Your Amana Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- An error code on the display
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
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
- 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
Budgeting for a Amana Dishwasher Repair
A Amana dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 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
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
What Glendale Heights Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Glendale Heights 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.
In Illinois, you can check a license with the Illinois Department of Public Health Plumber License Search or report a problem to the Illinois Attorney General Consumer Fraud Bureau.
Questions to Ask a Glendale Heights Technician
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Amana Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Glendale Heights, IL
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Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Amana dishwasher's label, usually on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.