Most Amana dishwasher repairs in Newport News involve the same few systems: the filter and drain, the water supply, the door latch, the heat and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Newport News, with those that mention Amana first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Who Works on Amana Dishwashers Near Newport News
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Newport News. 3 of them are based in Newport News itself, and the rest are spread across Norfolk (9), Hampton (5), and Portsmouth (5). News Appliance Repair Solutions is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Newport News. No company within 90 miles of Newport News mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
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| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 52 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 32 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 2.5, 2.8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 23 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
First up for Newport News: G H Appliance Repair (5.0 miles away, based in Yorktown, 4.9 stars from 2,845 reviews, lists Saturday hours); East Coast Appliance (2.5 miles away, 4.8 stars from 2,512 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Service Solutions (Suffolk Appliance) (19.5 miles away, based in Suffolk, 4.9 stars from 2,757 reviews); East Coast Appliance (24.7 miles away, based in Norfolk, 4.9 stars from 3,721 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Amana Dishwasher Lines and Features
What Makes Amana Dishwasher Repairs Different
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 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
- 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
Amana Dishwasher Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| H20 | The dishwasher is not detecting water during fill. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
| 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 |
Signs Your Amana Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
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
- 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
What Amana Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Most Amana dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- How old the dishwasher is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
Around Newport News
Most dishwasher calls in Newport News 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 Newport News
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Amana Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Newport News, VA
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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.