If your Amana dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The Rochester 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.
Independent Amana Dishwasher Technicians, Rochester NY
Within 30 miles of Rochester there are 27 appliance repair companies in our data. 15 list an address in Rochester, and the rest are spread across Fairport (2), Bloomfield (2), and Clifton Springs (2). Distances run up to about 30 miles. The closest is Duffys AIS, about 1.5 miles away. None of the repair companies near Rochester name Amana in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Across 27 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Companies within 30 miles | 27 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 20 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.5, 1.6, 1.6 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
First up for Rochester: Register Appliance Service (7.7 miles away, based in East Rochester, 4.9 stars from 2,866 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Tec (1.7 miles away, 4.8 stars from 1,478 reviews); Rochester Appliance (5.5 miles away, 4.9 stars from 1,434 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Expert Appliance (1.6 miles away, 4.7 stars from 130 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Amana Dishwasher
How Amana Dishwashers Are Built
Drying relies on a heated dry option, and a working element leaves the tub warm and steamy when the door is opened after the cycle. Source: Amana - Dishes Not Drying: Quick Fix Guide
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 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
Reading a Amana Dishwasher Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| H20 | The dishwasher is not detecting water during fill. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
| 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 |
Amana Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
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
- 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
Amana Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Most Amana dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
Around Rochester
Most dishwasher calls in Rochester 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.
New York State has no appliance repair license; home improvement contractor licensing is set locally, required in New York City and in Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, Putnam and Rockland counties. Source: NY Attorney General: Contractor tip card
In New York, you can report a problem to the New York State Office of the Attorney General, Bureau of Consumer Frauds and Protection.
Questions to Ask a Rochester Technician
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Amana Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Rochester, NY
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Amana Dishwasher Repair for Towns Near Rochester
Amana dishwasher repair for North Gates, East Rochester, Fairport, and Honeoye Falls is handled by the same companies listed for Rochester. Each town also has its own dishwasher repair page with the nearest companies:
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.