Most Amana dishwasher repairs in White Bear Lake involve the same few systems: the filter and drain, the water supply, the door latch, the heat and the controls. The White Bear Lake list starts with companies that name Amana, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
Independent listings only: Dishwasher Repairs is not affiliated with or endorsed by Amana. If your dishwasher is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Amana directly.
Who Works on Amana Dishwashers Near White Bear Lake
40 repair companies serve White Bear Lake from within 30 miles. 2 of them are based in White Bear Lake itself, and other nearby bases include St Paul (10), Maplewood (4), and West St Paul (4). The farthest listed company is about 14 miles out. No company within 90 miles of White Bear Lake mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Top Appliance Repair | White Bear Lake is the nearest, roughly 1.4 miles from White Bear Lake. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from White Bear Lake. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 2.4, 2.6 |
|---|---|
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 47 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
The leading options for White Bear Lake are Warners' Stellian Corporate Headquarters and Warehouse (8.7 miles away, based in St Paul, 4.8 stars from 3,027 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Anderson's Mechanical Services LLC (12.5 miles away, based in Blaine, 4.8 stars from 1,207 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Super Care Appliance Repair (11.9 miles away, based in West St Paul, 4.9 stars from 1,075 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Omega Force Appliance Repair (2.6 miles away, 4.8 stars from 169 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Amana Dishwasher
How Amana Dishwashers Are Built
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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| F9E1 | Drain is taking too long, meaning the unit is not draining. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
Signs Your Amana Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
What Gets Fixed on a White Bear Lake Dishwasher Call
Owner Care for Amana 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
- Run a dishwasher cleaner through an empty hot cycle about once a month to help control odors. Source: Amana - Removing Odors in your Dishwasher
Amana Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Amana dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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?
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
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
Local Notes for White Bear Lake
Most dishwasher calls in White Bear Lake 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.
Minnesota has no state license for mechanical contractors or their workers; businesses contracting for gas, heating, cooling or refrigeration work file a mechanical contractor bond with the Department of Labor and Industry, and some cities require their own licenses or competency cards. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
In Minnesota, you can check a license with the DLI License and Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Minnesota Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance.
Before You Book in White Bear Lake
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Amana Dishwasher Repair FAQs: White Bear Lake, MN
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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.