Amana owners in Chillicothe usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Amana and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Independent listings only: Dishwasher Repairs is not affiliated with or endorsed by Amana. If your dishwasher is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Amana directly.
Amana Dishwasher Repair Near Chillicothe
40 repair companies serve Chillicothe from within 60 miles. 2 of them are based in Chillicothe itself, and the rest are spread across Columbus (19), Jackson (2), and Reynoldsburg (2). Distances run up to about 45 miles. No company within 90 miles of Chillicothe mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Electronic Enterprises Of Southern Ohio, about 1.5 miles away. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars. Chillicothe is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.5, 3.3, 21.3 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
The leading options for Chillicothe are JD’s Hometown Appliance LLC (28.6 miles away, based in Jackson, 4.8 stars from 64 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Stafford's Repair Co. (3.3 miles away, 4.2 stars from 28 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (28.5 miles away, based in Jackson, 4.6 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Electronic Enterprises Of Southern Ohio (1.5 miles away, 3.5 stars from 22 reviews).
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
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
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 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| F6E1 | Communication problem between the user interface and the main control. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
Amana Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Owner Care for Amana Dishwashers
- 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
- Run a dishwasher cleaner through an empty hot cycle about once a month to help control odors. Source: Amana - Removing Odors in your Dishwasher
What Amana Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Amana dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 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?
- 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
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- How old the dishwasher is
What Chillicothe Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Chillicothe 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.
Ohio has no state license for appliance repair; the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses commercial contractors in plumbing, hydronics, refrigeration, HVAC and electrical, and residential contractor work is generally overseen locally. Source: Ohio Department of Commerce: OCILB Contractor Complaint Form
In Ohio, you can check a license with the Ohio Department of Commerce OCILB Company Licensee Lookup or report a problem to the Ohio Attorney General, Consumer Protection Section.
Before You Book in Chillicothe
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Amana Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Chillicothe, OH
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Why does my Amana dishwasher show an error code?
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Amana Dishwasher Repair Near Chillicothe
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.