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. Below are independent repair companies serving Elizabethtown, with those that mention Amana first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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, Elizabethtown PA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Elizabethtown. 2 of them are based in Elizabethtown itself, and other nearby bases include Harrisburg (10), York (5), and Lancaster (5). None of the repair companies near Elizabethtown name Amana in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Elizabethtown. Across 40 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Elizabethtown. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention Amana | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 31 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 51 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 3.2, 5.9 |
First up for Elizabethtown: Mr. Appliance of Mechanicsburg (17.0 miles away, based in Lemoyne, 4.9 stars from 1,082 reviews); Dependable Lebanon Appliance Repair (18.0 miles away, based in Lebanon, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours); BNG Appliance Repair (Pennsylvania Only) (12.8 miles away, based in Annville, 4.9 stars from 42 reviews); Schober Repair Services (5.9 miles away, based in Mount Joy, 4.8 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Amana Dishwasher
What a Amana Dishwasher Technician Deals With
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 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
- Dishwasher not starting. Amana says to confirm the unit has power and, on hardwired installs, that the breaker hasn't tripped, and to check whether control lock is on. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Not Starting or Not Operating
Reading a Amana Dishwasher Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| H20 | The dishwasher is not detecting water during fill. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
Signs Your Amana Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Keeping a Amana Dishwasher Running
- 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
- 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
A Amana dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
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.
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
- How old the dishwasher is
What Elizabethtown Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Elizabethtown 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.
Pennsylvania has no statewide license for appliance repair or for most construction trades; contractors doing home improvement work must register with the Attorney General, and some municipalities license trades such as plumbing. Source: Contractor Licensing (Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry)
In Pennsylvania, you can check a license with the PA Office of Attorney General Home Improvement Contractor Registration Search or report a problem to the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General.
Questions to Ask a Elizabethtown Technician
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Amana Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Elizabethtown, PA
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Amana dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Elizabethtown technician bring the right parts.