Amana owners in Lake Tapps usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Lake Tapps list starts with companies that name Amana, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
Independent listings only: Dishwasher Repairs is not affiliated with or endorsed by Amana. If your dishwasher is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Amana directly.
Who Works on Amana Dishwashers Near Lake Tapps
40 repair companies serve Lake Tapps from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Auburn (12), Federal Way (6), and Puyallup (4). Distances run up to about 11 miles. The closest is Direct Service Appliance Repair Sumner, about 3.1 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Lake Tapps mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lake Tapps. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.1, 3.8, 4.1 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 34 |
The leading options for Lake Tapps are HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Tacoma (10.6 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.9 stars from 470 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repairman LLC (8.6 miles away, based in Kent, 5.0 stars from 257 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fixit Appliance Repair (6.8 miles away, based in Auburn, 5.0 stars from 148 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AD Voice Appliance Repair LLC (7.0 miles away, based in Auburn, 5.0 stars from 80 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Amana Dishwasher
What a Amana Dishwasher Technician Deals With
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 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 leaking. Amana says to inspect the door gasket for cracks, tears, or food buildup and make sure nothing keeps the door from closing fully. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Leaking Troubleshooting Guide
Amana Dishwasher Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| H20 | The dishwasher is not detecting water during fill. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
| 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 |
Amana Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
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
- 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
A Amana dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
- 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?
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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- 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 Lake Tapps Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Lake Tapps 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 Lake Tapps Technician
- 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?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Amana Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Lake Tapps, WA
Should I repair or replace my Amana dishwasher?
Why are my dishes still wet?
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
Is this Amana customer service?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Amana dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Lake Tapps technician bring the right parts.