If your Amana dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Sturgis, with those that mention Amana first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Amana, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Independent Amana Dishwasher Technicians, Sturgis MI
We found 16 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Sturgis. 1 list an address in Sturgis, and the rest are spread across Elkhart (3), Goshen (2), and Kendallville (2). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. The closest is TC Appliance, about 0.2 miles away. None of the repair companies near Sturgis name Amana in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The 15 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Sturgis. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 8 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 16 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 10.4, 13.7 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
At the top of the Sturgis list: TC Appliance (0.2 miles away, 4.7 stars from 152 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (24.8 miles away, based in Coldwater, 4.1 stars from 61 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SCG Appliances (17.9 miles away, based in Middlebury, 4.6 stars from 54 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Menno's Appliance Care LLC. (19.0 miles away, based in Topeka, 4.9 stars from 7 reviews).
Amana Dishwasher Lines and Features
What Makes Amana Dishwasher Repairs Different
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
Amana Dishwasher Symptoms and First Checks
- Dishwasher odor. Amana says to pull and rinse the drain filter first, then run a cleaner in an empty hot cycle and make sure the drain and disposer are clear. Source: Amana - Removing Odors in your 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 |
|---|---|
| F8E4 | Water has been detected in the drip tray under the tub. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
| F9E1 | Drain is taking too long, meaning the unit is not draining. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
| H20 | The dishwasher is not detecting water during fill. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
When to Call for Amana Dishwasher Repair
- An error code on the display
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Keeping a Amana Dishwasher Running
- Run a dishwasher cleaner through an empty hot cycle about once a month to help control odors. Source: Amana - Removing Odors in your Dishwasher
- 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
Amana Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
A Amana dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit 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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- How old the dishwasher is
Around Sturgis
Most dishwasher calls in Sturgis 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.
Questions to Ask a Sturgis Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Amana Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Sturgis, MI
Do you work for Amana?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Why does my Amana dishwasher show an error code?
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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.