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 Colonial Heights, 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.
Amana Dishwasher Repair Near Colonial Heights
Within 30 miles of Colonial Heights there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 of them are based in Colonial Heights itself, and the rest are spread across Richmond (24), Petersburg (4), and Midlothian (2). Distances run up to about 25 miles. None of the repair companies near Colonial Heights name Amana in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 0.9 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 26 businesses.
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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 2.3, 2.9 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 51 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 27 |
Closest matches for Colonial Heights: Sears Appliance Repair (0.9 miles away, 4.4 stars from 318 reviews, lists Saturday hours); East Coast Appliance (20.1 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.7 stars from 1,751 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. E Appliance Service (21.5 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.5 stars from 312 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lipscombe Appliance (23.3 miles away, based in Mechanicsville, 4.6 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Amana Dishwasher Lines and Features
What Makes Amana Dishwasher Repairs Different
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'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 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 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
What Amana Dishwasher Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| F8E4 | Water has been detected in the drip tray under the tub. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
| 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 |
When to Call for Amana Dishwasher Repair
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Care Amana Recommends for Its 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
- 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
Budgeting for a Amana Dishwasher Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Amana dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- How old the dishwasher is
Local Notes for Colonial Heights
Most dishwasher calls in Colonial Heights 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.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Colonial Heights
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Amana Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Colonial Heights, VA
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Amana dishwasher repair for Ettrick is handled by the same companies listed for Colonial Heights. Each town also has its own dishwasher repair page with the nearest companies:
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Amana dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Colonial Heights technician bring the right parts.