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 West Falls Church, 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, West Falls Church VA
40 repair companies serve West Falls Church from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Falls Church (16), Alexandria (8), and Arlington (5). No company within 90 miles of West Falls Church mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Solid Falls Church Appliance Repair Co is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from West Falls Church. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from West Falls Church. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention Amana | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 24 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 1.2, 1.3 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 47 |
The leading options for West Falls Church are Mr. Appliance of Northern Virginia (2.6 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.8 stars from 965 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Virginia Appliance Repair LLC (1.6 miles away, based in Falls Church, 4.8 stars from 895 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Clean appliances repair (3.8 miles away, based in Falls Church, 5.0 stars from 61 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Alexandria VA - Appliance Surgeon (4.7 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Amana Dishwasher Lines and Features
What a Amana Dishwasher Technician Deals With
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
Common Amana Dishwasher Problems
- 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 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
What Amana Dishwasher Codes Mean
| 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 |
| 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 stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Keeping a Amana Dishwasher Running
- 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
- 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
Amana Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Amana dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
- 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
Local Notes for West Falls Church
Most dishwasher calls in West Falls Church 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 West Falls Church
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Amana Dishwasher Repair FAQs: West Falls Church, VA
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Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Amana dishwasher's label, usually on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.