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 Sparks 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.
Independent Amana Dishwasher Technicians, Sparks NV
26 repair companies serve Sparks from within 30 miles. 5 of them are based in Sparks itself, and the rest are spread across Reno (15), Carson City (3), and Sun Valley (1). Distances run up to about 29 miles. Sargents Appliance Sales and Repair Service is the nearest, roughly 3.3 miles from Sparks. None of the repair companies near Sparks name Amana in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The 22 rated companies in range average 4.3 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.
| Mention Amana | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 17 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 26 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.3, 3.5, 3.6 |
At the top of the Sparks list: Mr. Appliance of Reno (5.2 miles away, based in Reno, 4.8 stars from 925 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lake Appliance Repair (7.7 miles away, based in Reno, 4.6 stars from 888 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.6 miles away, 4.7 stars from 124 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears (7.6 miles away, based in Reno, 4.6 stars from 89 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Amana Dishwasher
How Amana Dishwashers Are Built
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
What Amana Says to Check First
- 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
- 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
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 |
| F9E1 | Drain is taking too long, meaning the unit is not draining. 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
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Owner Care for Amana Dishwashers
- 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
What Amana Dishwasher Repairs Cost
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 repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- How old the dishwasher is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
Around Sparks
Most dishwasher calls in Sparks 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.
Nevada has no license class for appliance repair as such; contracting work on gas piping, gas vents and water heaters falls under the State Contractors Board's C-1 plumbing and heating subclassifications. Source: Nevada Administrative Code Chapter 624 (NAC 624.190)
In Nevada, you can check a license with the Nevada State Contractors Board License Search or report a problem to the Nevada Attorney General, Bureau of Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Sparks
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Amana Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Sparks, NV
Why does my Amana dishwasher show an error code?
Why are my dishes still wet?
Is my Amana dishwasher worth repairing?
More Dishwasher Repair in Sparks, NV
Amana Dishwasher Repair Near Sparks
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.