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 Smithfield list starts with companies that name Amana, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Amana. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Amana dishwashers and other brands.
Who Works on Amana Dishwashers Near Smithfield
Within 30 miles of Smithfield there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Smithfield, and the rest are spread across Raleigh (12), Goldsboro (5), and Wendell (3). The farthest listed company is about 27 miles out. The closest is Fixers Experts Appliance Smithfield, about 0.5 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Smithfield mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Smithfield. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 31 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 50 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 6.4, 8.4 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
The leading options for Smithfield are Sears Appliance Repair (20.5 miles away, based in Dunn, 4.6 stars from 128 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fox dual Services (10.1 miles away, based in Clayton, 4.8 stars from 21 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Manning Appliance Repair (8.4 miles away, 5.0 stars from 16 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Legend Appliance Repair, LLC (17.1 miles away, based in Angier, 4.7 stars from 73 reviews).
Amana Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
What a Amana Dishwasher Technician Deals With
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
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
What Amana Says to Check First
- 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 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| H20 | The dishwasher is not detecting water during fill. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
Amana Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
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
- 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
Budgeting for a Amana Dishwasher Repair
A Amana dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- 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?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- How old the dishwasher is
Local Notes for Smithfield
Most dishwasher calls in Smithfield 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.
North Carolina has no license specific to appliance repair; work on gas appliances, fuel piping and heating equipment is regulated by the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors, with an exemption for minor repairs that don't change fuel type, venting or piping. Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. ยง 87-21 (NC General Assembly)
In North Carolina, you can check a license with the NC Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Board public license search or report a problem to the North Carolina Department of Justice, Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Smithfield
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- 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?
Amana Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Smithfield, NC
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Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Amana dishwasher's label, usually on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.