Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. Below are the companies within reach of Dothan, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Dothan
11 repair companies serve Dothan from within 60 miles. 3 of them are based in Dothan itself, and other nearby bases include Eufaula (3), Enterprise (2), and Newton (1). Distances run up to about 54 miles. Across 11 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. SHAW Appliance Repair LLC is the nearest, roughly 1.6 miles from Dothan. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Dothan is inside its regular service area.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.6, 1.7, 3.8 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 11 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 4 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
At the top of the Dothan list: Sears Appliance Repair (1.7 miles away, 4.5 stars from 161 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Dothan (12.5 miles away, based in Newton, 4.6 stars from 261 reviews); SHAW Appliance Repair LLC (1.6 miles away, 4.6 stars from 18 reviews); The Appliance Doctor (3.8 miles away, 4.6 stars from 9 reviews).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- An error code on the display
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
Why Dishwashers Break Down
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher not drying dishes.
Water, Power and Safety First
A leak from the water supply line tends to show up as dampness under the front of the unit; leaks at the door often trace back to a dirty, loose or damaged gasket, a bent or loose latch, or a unit that is not level. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
A dishwasher must be grounded; if the home wiring lacks a ground or the plug does not fit the outlet, a licensed electrician should correct it rather than modifying the plug. Source: Whirlpool - Dishwasher User Instructions
Keep the drain hose free of kinks, twists and pinches, and follow local plumbing codes for the drain connection. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a dishwasher in Dothan, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. 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.
Dishwasher Notes for Dothan, AL
Most dishwasher calls in Dothan 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.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Dothan
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Dothan, AL
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Which areas near Dothan do these technicians cover?
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Brand-Specific Dishwasher Repair, Dothan
Dishwasher Repair Near Dothan
Write down the model and serial number from the label on the edge of the dishwasher door or tub opening, and note any error code or blinking lights. It saves a Dothan technician a trip for parts.