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 Kalamazoo list starts with companies that name Amana, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Amana, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Amana Dishwasher Repair Near Kalamazoo
Our data shows 14 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Kalamazoo. 1 of them are based in Kalamazoo itself, and other nearby bases include Battle Creek (4), Hastings (2), and Portage (1). Distances run up to about 30 miles. No company within 90 miles of Kalamazoo mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: Appliance Tech, LLC, around 2.5 miles out. The 13 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Kalamazoo. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.5, 6.6, 12.7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 14 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
At the top of the Kalamazoo list: Appliance Tech, LLC (2.5 miles away, 4.6 stars from 97 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (20.5 miles away, based in Battle Creek, 4.5 stars from 281 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Appliance Patch - Plainwell Store (12.7 miles away, based in Plainwell, 4.8 stars from 76 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Allens Appliance Repair (20.4 miles away, based in Battle Creek, 4.9 stars from 72 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Amana Dishwasher
What a Amana Dishwasher Technician Deals With
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
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 filling. Amana says to make sure the water supply valve is open, the overflow float moves freely, and the drain loop is high enough to prevent siphoning. Source: Amana - Why Your Dishwasher Isn't Working
Amana Dishwasher Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| F8E4 | Water has been detected in the drip tray under the tub. 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 |
When to Call for Amana Dishwasher Repair
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
What Gets Fixed on a Kalamazoo Dishwasher Call
Owner Care for Amana Dishwashers
- 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
- 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
What Amana Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Amana dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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
- How old the dishwasher is
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
What Kalamazoo Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Kalamazoo 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.
Michigan's licensing lists no separate appliance repair license; gas, heating and refrigeration service work is licensed by work classification under the state mechanical contractor license. Source: LARA: Mechanical Examination, Licensing/Registration & Application Information
In Michigan, you can check a license with the LARA Find / Verify a BCC Licensed Professional or Business or report a problem to the Michigan Department of Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Kalamazoo
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Amana Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Kalamazoo, MI
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Which Kalamazoo technicians work on Amana?
Is this Amana customer service?
What should I do about a Amana error code?
Related Repair Pages for Kalamazoo
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Also Serving Towns Around Kalamazoo
Amana dishwasher repair for Westwood, Eastwood, and Comstock Northwest is handled by the same companies listed for Kalamazoo. Each town also has its own dishwasher repair page with the nearest companies:
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.