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 Artondale, with those that mention Amana first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Amana. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Amana dishwashers and other brands.
Who Works on Amana Dishwashers Near Artondale
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Artondale. Other nearby bases include Tacoma (14), Federal Way (6), and Bremerton (3). The farthest listed company is about 19 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Artondale mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Renvoriq Appliance Repair Tacoma is the nearest, roughly 6.6 miles from Artondale. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 26 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Artondale. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 6.6, 6.6, 8.2 |
First up for Artondale: UP Appliance Repair (6.6 miles away, based in University Place, 4.9 stars from 320 reviews, lists Saturday hours); HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Tacoma (12.3 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.9 stars from 470 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Weirs Appliances (15.0 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.7 stars from 483 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tacoma Dishwasher Repair (8.9 miles away, based in Tacoma, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Amana Dishwasher
What Makes Amana Dishwasher Repairs Different
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 filling. Amana says to make sure the water supply valve is open, the overflow float moves freely, and the drain loop is high enough to prevent siphoning. Source: Amana - Why Your Dishwasher Isn't Working
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 |
| H20 | The dishwasher is not detecting water during fill. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
| F9E1 | Drain is taking too long, meaning the unit is not draining. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
Amana Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- An error code on the display
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Artondale
Keeping a Amana Dishwasher Running
- 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
- Run a dishwasher cleaner through an empty hot cycle about once a month to help control odors. Source: Amana - Removing Odors in your Dishwasher
Amana Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 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?
When an aging dishwasher no longer has manufacturer coverage and needs frequent or major repairs, start planning for a replacement. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- 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)
Around Artondale
Most dishwasher calls in Artondale 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.
Washington's Department of Labor & Industries issues an appliance repair (07D) specialty electrician certificate that covers like-for-like repair and replacement of self-contained appliances such as ovens on an unchanged circuit, but excludes branch-circuit wiring and plumbing work. Source: WAC 296-46B-920, Electrical/telecommunications license/certificate types and scope of work
In Washington, you can check a license with the L&I Verify a Contractor, Tradesperson or Business or report a problem to the Washington State Office of the Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Artondale Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair Amana dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Amana Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Artondale, WA
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Which Artondale technicians work on Amana?
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Also Serving Towns Around Artondale
The technicians listed for Artondale also cover smaller towns nearby, including Wollochet. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Amana dishwasher repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
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.