If your Bosch dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The Lake Charles list starts with companies that name Bosch, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Bosch. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Bosch dishwashers and other brands.
Bosch Dishwasher Repair Near Lake Charles
Within 60 miles of Lake Charles there are 31 appliance repair companies in our data. 9 list an address in Lake Charles, and other nearby bases include Beaumont (7), Orange (2), and DeRidder (2). Distances run up to about 57 miles. Nearest on the list: Matt's New & Used Appliances, around 0.4 miles out. None of the repair companies near Lake Charles name Bosch in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Lake Charles is inside its regular service area.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 23 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 1.0, 1.2 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 31 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Mention Bosch | 0 |
First up for Lake Charles: Matt's New & Used Appliances (0.4 miles away, 4.5 stars from 306 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, 4.6 stars from 113 reviews, lists Saturday hours); My Guy Appliance Repair (2.0 miles away, 5.0 stars from 23 reviews); C&C Home Appliances (2.3 miles away, 4.4 stars from 221 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Bosch Dishwasher
What a Bosch Dishwasher Technician Deals With
A safety switch in the base detects water that has leaked into the bottom of the unit and activates leakage protection, shown as code E15. Source: Bosch - Dishwasher Error Codes
Common Bosch Dishwasher Problems
- Dishwasher odor. Bosch blames food particles trapped in the filter, so wash the filter, clear the spray arms, and run a cleaner and descaler periodically. Source: Bosch - Dishwasher Smells
- Dishwasher not starting. Bosch says to confirm the door is fully latched, turn off the child lock and power-cycle the unit, or if there is no power check the cord, outlet and breaker. Source: Bosch - Dishwasher Troubleshooting
Reading a Bosch Dishwasher Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| E23 | Drain pump blocked, clogged or faulty. Source: Bosch - Dishwasher Error Codes |
| E09 | Fault with the heater inside the heat pump. Source: Bosch - Dishwasher Error Codes |
| E14 | Flow meter fault or a problem with the water fill system. Source: Bosch - Dishwasher Error Codes |
Full list: Bosch Dishwasher Error Codes Explained.
Home Connect models offer Remote Diagnostics, which lets Bosch customer service access the connected dishwasher at the owner's request. Source: Bosch - Dishwasher Owner's Manual (SHV78B73UC)
When to Call for Bosch Dishwasher Repair
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Lake Charles
Owner Care for Bosch Dishwashers
- Set the water heater to roughly 120 to 125 degrees F so detergent can work properly. Source: Bosch - Dishwasher Quick Start Guide
- Run a dishwasher cleaner and a descaler a few times a year on the hottest, longest cycle to remove grease and hard-water scale. Source: Bosch - Dishwasher Smells
Brand guides: Bosch Dishwasher Not Draining: Causes and Fixes.
What Bosch Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Most Bosch dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit 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 Bosch 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)
Around Lake Charles
Most dishwasher calls in Lake Charles 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.
Louisiana does not issue a separate appliance repair license; installing, repairing, altering or removing natural gas piping and gas appliances attached to real property for the public is gas fitting work licensed by the State Plumbing Board of Louisiana. Source: La. R.S. 37:1361 (Louisiana State Legislature)
In Louisiana, you can check a license with the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors Verify License Search or report a problem to the Louisiana Attorney General, Public Protection Division, Consumer Protection Section.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Lake Charles
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Bosch Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Lake Charles, LA
Is my Bosch dishwasher worth repairing?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
How do I get rid of a dishwasher odor?
How do I find a technician who knows Bosch dishwashers?
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Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Bosch 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.