If your Bosch dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Bosch and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Bosch. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Bosch dishwashers and other brands.
Independent Bosch Dishwasher Technicians, Tacoma WA
40 repair companies serve Tacoma from within 30 miles. 14 list an address in Tacoma, and other nearby bases include Federal Way (6), Auburn (5), and Spanaway (4). Tacoma Dishwasher Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from Tacoma. No company within 90 miles of Tacoma mentions Bosch by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
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.
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 1.5, 2.6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 34 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention Bosch | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
Closest matches for Tacoma: Weirs Appliances (6.4 miles away, 4.7 stars from 483 reviews, lists Saturday hours); InstaFix Appliance Repair (5.2 miles away, based in Federal Way, 4.7 stars from 243 reviews, lists Saturday hours); HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Tacoma (4.9 miles away, 4.9 stars from 470 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tacoma Dishwasher Repair (1.0 miles away, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Bosch Dishwasher
How Bosch Dishwashers Are Built
Installation calls for a high loop in the drain hose so debris cannot flush back into the dishwasher, and a missing high loop is one listed cause of a not-draining code. Source: Bosch - Dishwasher Owner's Manual (SHV78B73UC)
Bosch Dishwasher Symptoms and First Checks
- Dishwasher not draining. Bosch says clogged food debris in the filter or drain pump is the most common cause, so clean the filter first and then remove the pump cover to clear debris. Source: Bosch - Dishwasher Not Draining
- 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
Reading a Bosch Dishwasher Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| E14 | Flow meter fault or a problem with the water fill system. Source: Bosch - Dishwasher Error Codes |
| E15 | Water detected in the base pan; leak protection has activated, so shut off the water supply. Source: Bosch - Dishwasher Error Codes |
| E27 | Supply voltage too low; reset the breaker and have the incoming voltage checked if it returns. Source: Bosch - Dishwasher Error Codes |
Full list: Bosch Dishwasher Error Codes Explained.
Signs Your Bosch Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- An error code on the display
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Keeping a Bosch Dishwasher Running
- Keep the rinse aid dispenser filled, since rinse aid helps water slide off dishes and improves drying. Source: Bosch - Dishes Wet After Cycle
- Remove and rinse the filter under running water with mild soap and a soft brush, about every two months with normal use. Source: Bosch - Dishwasher Quick Start Guide
Brand guides: Bosch Dishwasher Not Draining: Causes and Fixes.
Budgeting for a Bosch Dishwasher Repair
A Bosch dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
Around Tacoma
Most dishwasher calls in Tacoma 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.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Tacoma
- 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?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Bosch Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Tacoma, WA
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Bosch dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Tacoma technician bring the right parts.