When a dishwasher quits in Russellville, 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 Russellville list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Russellville, AL
We found 33 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Russellville. Other nearby bases include Madison (5), Florence (4), and Athens (4). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 15.9 miles out. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. Russellville is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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) | 17 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 33 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 15.9, 17.0, 17.7 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
First up for Russellville: Appliance Ninja (17.0 miles away, based in Muscle Shoals, 4.9 stars from 194 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Zack's Appliance Repair (19.8 miles away, based in Haleyville, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Complete Ice and Refrigeration Services Inc (17.7 miles away, based in Muscle Shoals, 4.8 stars from 16 reviews); A1 installation and repair (27.3 miles away, based in Florence, 4.2 stars from 10 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Russellville
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher not filling with water.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
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
Before inspecting or working on a dishwasher, unplug it or switch off its circuit breaker. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
When a dishwasher drains into a garbage disposer, the disposer's drain plug must be knocked out first; if it is left in, the dishwasher will not drain. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Russellville
Most dishwasher repairs involve one part and an hour or so of labor, which is why many are worth pricing before you shop for a new one. Published ranges:
- 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
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 Russellville, AL
Most dishwasher calls in Russellville 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 Russellville
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Russellville, AL
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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 Russellville technician a trip for parts.