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. Below are independent repair companies serving Travilah, with those that mention Amana first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Independent Amana Dishwasher Technicians, Travilah MD
40 repair companies serve Travilah from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Gaithersburg (11), Rockville (11), and Bethesda (6). The farthest listed company is about 9 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Travilah mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Elite Potomac Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 3.3 miles from Travilah. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 32 businesses.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 47 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.3, 4.4, 4.6 |
Closest matches for Travilah: Fuse Service Appliance Repair (7.5 miles away, based in Gaithersburg, 4.9 stars from 632 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Landers Appliance (4.6 miles away, based in Rockville, 4.9 stars from 197 reviews); Eddie's Appliance Repair (6.1 miles away, based in Gaithersburg, 4.8 stars from 308 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.5 stars from 602 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
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
Amana Dishwasher Symptoms and First Checks
- Dishwasher leaking. Amana says to inspect the door gasket for cracks, tears, or food buildup and make sure nothing keeps the door from closing fully. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Leaking Troubleshooting Guide
- 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
What Amana Dishwasher Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| H20 | The dishwasher is not detecting water during fill. 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 |
Amana Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Travilah
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
Amana Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Most Amana dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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.
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
Around Travilah
Most dishwasher calls in Travilah 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.
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
In Maryland, you can check a license with the Maryland Department of Labor occupational license search (Board of Plumbing) or report a problem to the Maryland Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Travilah Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Amana Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Travilah, MD
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Why are my dishes still wet?
How do I find a technician who knows Amana dishwashers?
Do you work for Amana?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Travilah
Amana Dishwasher Repair Near Travilah
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.