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.
Amana Dishwasher Repair Near Bardstown
16 repair companies serve Bardstown from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Louisville (8), Elizabethtown (3), and Lebanon (2). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. Food Equipment Service is the nearest, roughly 19.8 miles from Bardstown. None of the repair companies near Bardstown name Amana in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 15 businesses.
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.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 16 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 19.8, 20.4, 20.9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 12 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
At the top of the Bardstown list: Nugent’s Appliance Repair (20.9 miles away, based in Lebanon, 5.0 stars from 228 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tinks Heavenly Touch Appliance Services (27.5 miles away, based in Jeffersontown, 4.9 stars from 127 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Garry Skaggs Appliance Service (28.6 miles away, based in Louisville, 4.9 stars from 459 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (24.4 miles away, based in Elizabethtown, 4.2 stars from 54 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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
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
Amana Dishwasher Symptoms and First Checks
- 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 drying. Amana says to confirm a heated dry cycle was selected and that the rinse aid dispenser is filled before looking at the heater. Source: Amana - Dishes Not Drying: Quick Fix Guide
Reading a Amana Dishwasher Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| F6E1 | Communication problem between the user interface and the main control. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
| H20 | The dishwasher is not detecting water during fill. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
| F8E4 | Water has been detected in the drip tray under the tub. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
Amana Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Care Amana Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- Keep the rinse aid dispenser filled and use a cycle with heated dry for better drying results. Source: Amana - Dishes Not Drying: Quick Fix Guide
- 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
What Amana Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Amana dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$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?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. 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)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
Around Bardstown
Most dishwasher calls in Bardstown 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.
Kentucky has no license category for appliance repair as such; the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction licenses trades such as HVAC (whose scope covers installing and repairing heating, burner and cooling systems), plumbing and electrical. Source: KRS 198B.650 Definitions (Kentucky Legislative Research Commission)
In Kentucky, you can check a license with the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction License Search and Verification or report a problem to the Kentucky Attorney General, Office of Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Bardstown
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair Amana dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Amana Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Bardstown, KY
Why does my Amana dishwasher show an error code?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
How do I find a technician who knows Amana dishwashers?
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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.