When a dishwasher quits in Athens, the first question is whether it is a clog you can clear yourself or a failed part, and that decides whether you need a technician at all. The Athens list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Athens, AL
32 repair companies serve Athens from within 30 miles. 4 of them are based in Athens itself, and other nearby bases include Huntsville (15), Madison (5), and Ardmore (2). Distances run up to about 29 miles. Nearest on the list: Jay's Appliance Repair, around 0.3 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 26 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Athens. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Listing Saturday hours | 14 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 32 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 1.4, 1.8 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
First up for Athens: Mr. Appliance of Huntsville (20.1 miles away, based in Huntsville, 4.8 stars from 1,723 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, 4.2 stars from 61 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A & A Appliance and HVAC, LLC. (18.1 miles away, based in Hazel Green, 4.8 stars from 163 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Jay's Appliance Repair (0.3 miles away, 4.2 stars from 87 reviews).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- An error code on the display
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Athens
What Gets Fixed on a Athens Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher not drying dishes.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
If the dishwasher has no working shut-off valve of its own, close the main water supply to the house instead. Source: GE Appliances - Dishwasher Water Shut-Off Location
Built-in dishwashers are typically specified for their own properly grounded 120-volt branch circuit protected by a 15- or 20-amp breaker or time-delay fuse, with no extension cords or adapter plugs. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
To keep dirty water from siphoning back into the dishwasher, the drain hose is run in a high loop (at least 32 inches high in GE's instructions) or through an air gap; an air gap is called for when local code requires it or when the drain connection sits less than 18 inches above the floor. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Athens
Before replacing a dishwasher in Athens, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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.
Dishwasher Notes for Athens, AL
Most dishwasher calls in Athens 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.
Alabama does not issue a separate appliance repair license, and the state's heating, air conditioning and refrigeration contractor law expressly excludes work on household appliances, residential refrigerators and ice machines. Source: Code of Alabama 1975, Section 34-31-18 et seq. (Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Contractors)
In Alabama, you can check a license with the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board Individual Licensee Search or report a problem to the Alabama Attorney General's Office, Consumer Interest Division.
Before You Book in Athens
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Athens, AL
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Athens faster and cheaper.