If your Amana dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Fairfax, with those that mention Amana first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Independent listings only: Dishwasher Repairs is not affiliated with or endorsed by Amana. If your dishwasher is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Amana directly.
Independent Amana Dishwasher Technicians, Fairfax VA
40 repair companies serve Fairfax from within 30 miles. 16 list an address in Fairfax, and the rest are spread across Vienna (5), Falls Church (4), and Burke (3). Distances run up to about 6 miles. The closest is Washer Dryer Oven Fridge Fix and Repair, about 0.7 miles away. None of the repair companies near Fairfax name Amana in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 0.9, 0.9 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
The leading options for Fairfax are Mr. Appliance of Northern Virginia (3.8 miles away, 4.8 stars from 965 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ace Vacuums (1.6 miles away, 4.9 stars from 996 reviews, lists Saturday hours); APPRO Appliance (6.0 miles away, 4.8 stars from 377 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Service Appliance Repair (1.6 miles away, 4.9 stars from 203 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Amana Dishwasher Lines and Features
How Amana Dishwashers Are Built
The drain hose must rise in a loop at least 20 inches above the floor, and Amana recommends an air gap when the connection sits lower. Source: Amana - Checking the Drain Loop Height
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 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 |
| F7E2 | Fault with the wash motor. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
Amana Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Care Amana Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- 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
- 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
What Amana Dishwasher Repairs Cost
A Amana dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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?
- 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
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
Around Fairfax
Most dishwasher calls in Fairfax 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.
Before You Book in Fairfax
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- How often do you repair Amana dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Amana Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Fairfax, VA
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Live outside Fairfax? The same Amana dishwasher repair technicians serve George Mason. See each town's own dishwasher repair listings below.
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.