Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. The Foley list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Foley, AL
Within 30 miles of Foley there are 32 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 list an address in Foley, and the rest are spread across Pensacola (14), Orange Beach (4), and Daphne (4). Nearest on the list: Benson's Home Center, around 1.4 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 28 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Foley. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 18 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 2.5, 2.9 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 32 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
At the top of the Foley list: Benson's Home Center (1.4 miles away, 4.6 stars from 580 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SuperTech Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, 5.0 stars from 117 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, 4.7 stars from 68 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Patriot Appliance LLC (11.7 miles away, based in Lillian, 4.9 stars from 332 reviews).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
Why Dishwashers Break Down
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher not filling with water.
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
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
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Foley
Before replacing a dishwasher in Foley, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- 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?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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.
Dishwasher Notes for Foley, AL
Most dishwasher calls in Foley 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 Foley
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Foley, AL
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Dishwasher Repair Near Foley
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 Foley technician a trip for parts.