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. The Westbrook list starts with companies that name Amana, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
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Amana Dishwasher Repair Near Westbrook
Within 30 miles of Westbrook there are 17 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Portland (5), Auburn (3), and South Portland (1). None of the repair companies near Westbrook 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: Hobart Service, around 2.1 miles out. Across 17 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 8 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.1, 2.4, 2.4 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 17 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
Closest matches for Westbrook: Agren (4.2 miles away, based in South Portland, 4.8 stars from 2,172 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Agren (25.3 miles away, based in Topsham, 4.9 stars from 2,165 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Advantage (22.6 miles away, based in Kennebunk, 4.7 stars from 641 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Metropolitan Services (5.7 miles away, based in Portland, 4.8 stars from 76 reviews).
Amana Dishwasher Lines and Features
What a Amana Dishwasher Technician Deals With
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
Drying relies on a heated dry option, and a working element leaves the tub warm and steamy when the door is opened after the cycle. Source: Amana - Dishes Not Drying: Quick Fix Guide
Amana Dishwasher Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- Dishwasher not starting. Amana says to confirm the unit has power and, on hardwired installs, that the breaker hasn't tripped, and to check whether control lock is on. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Not Starting or Not Operating
Reading a Amana Dishwasher Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| F9E1 | Drain is taking too long, meaning the unit is not draining. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
| F6E1 | Communication problem between the user interface and the main control. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
| F7E2 | Fault with the wash motor. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
Amana Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
What Gets Fixed on a Westbrook Dishwasher Call
Keeping a Amana Dishwasher Running
- 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
- 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?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 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
- How old the dishwasher is
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
Around Westbrook
Most dishwasher calls in Westbrook 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.
Maine has no general appliance repair license, but installing or servicing propane and natural gas appliances requires a Maine Fuel Board propane and natural gas technician license with an appliance connection and service authorization. Source: Maine Fuel Board - Licensing - Individual Licenses (Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation)
In Maine, you can check a license with the Maine Professional and Financial Regulation Licensee Search or report a problem to the Maine Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Westbrook
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Amana Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Westbrook, ME
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Nearby Towns Served From Westbrook
The technicians listed for Westbrook also cover smaller towns nearby, including North Windham. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Amana dishwasher repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
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.