If your Amana dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The Spanaway 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.
Amana Dishwasher Repair Near Spanaway
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Spanaway. 4 list an address in Spanaway, and the rest are spread across Tacoma (14), Federal Way (5), and Puyallup (4). The farthest listed company is about 15 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Spanaway mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Merit Spanaway Appliance Repair Co is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Spanaway. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 28 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Spanaway. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
|---|---|
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 36 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.5, 1.6 |
Closest matches for Spanaway: Weirs Appliances (4.3 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.7 stars from 483 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UP Appliance Repair (11.1 miles away, based in University Place, 4.9 stars from 320 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (0.5 miles away, 4.5 stars from 111 reviews, lists Saturday hours); HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Tacoma (13.6 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.9 stars from 470 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Amana Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
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
Amana Dishwasher Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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 |
Signs Your Amana Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Spanaway
Keeping a Amana Dishwasher Running
- Run a dishwasher cleaner through an empty hot cycle about once a month to help control odors. Source: Amana - Removing Odors in your Dishwasher
- 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
Amana Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
A Amana dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 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?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 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?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
What Spanaway Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Spanaway 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 Spanaway Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair Amana dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Amana Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Spanaway, WA
Is this Amana customer service?
Why does my Amana dishwasher show an error code?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
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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.