Most Amana dishwasher repairs in Montgomery involve the same few systems: the filter and drain, the water supply, the door latch, the heat and the controls. The Montgomery 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.
Who Works on Amana Dishwashers Near Montgomery
40 repair companies serve Montgomery from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Montgomery, and the rest are spread across Aurora (25), Naperville (5), and Oswego (3). Distances run up to about 10 miles. Montgomery Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 2.4 miles from Montgomery. No company within 90 miles of Montgomery mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Mention Amana | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.4, 2.5, 2.7 |
At the top of the Montgomery list: Leonardi Appliance (2.7 miles away, based in Aurora, 4.8 stars from 289 reviews); Homebears inc. (9.2 miles away, based in Naperville, 4.8 stars from 76 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.3 miles away, based in Aurora, 4.5 stars from 370 reviews, lists Saturday hours); MS Appliance Repair Services INC (5.2 miles away, based in Aurora, 4.9 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Amana Dishwasher Lines and Features
What a Amana Dishwasher Technician Deals With
An overflow float in the front right corner of the tub must move freely or the dishwasher may not fill. Source: Amana - Why Your Dishwasher Isn't Working
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
Common Amana Dishwasher Problems
- 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
What Amana Dishwasher Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| F9E1 | Drain is taking too long, meaning the unit is not draining. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
| F8E4 | Water has been detected in the drip tray under the tub. 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
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- An error code on the display
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
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
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:
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
- 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
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
Dishwasher Notes for Montgomery, IL
Most dishwasher calls in Montgomery 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 Montgomery Technician
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- 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: Montgomery, IL
Why does my Amana dishwasher show an error code?
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What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
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Amana Dishwasher Repair in Nearby Cities
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Live outside Montgomery? The same Amana dishwasher repair technicians serve Sugar Grove. See each town's own dishwasher repair listings below.
Clean the filter, check the drain hose under the sink and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Amana repair.