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 Satsuma, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Satsuma
Within 30 miles of Satsuma there are 25 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Mobile (14), Daphne (4), and Theodore (3). The farthest listed company is about 26 miles out. The 23 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. Nearest on the list: Swift Appliance Repair Fixers, around 7.7 miles out.
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.
| Companies within 30 miles | 25 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 7.7, 10.8, 10.9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 11 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
The leading options for Satsuma are ASAP Appliance Repair (14.9 miles away, based in Spanish Fort, 5.0 stars from 420 reviews); CC’s Home Service LLC (17.9 miles away, based in Daphne, 4.9 stars from 216 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (14.6 miles away, based in Mobile, 4.4 stars from 433 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pelican Appliance Repair (20.6 miles away, based in Daphne, 4.9 stars from 120 reviews).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Satsuma
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes 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
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.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
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:
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. 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.
Local Notes for Satsuma
Most dishwasher calls in Satsuma 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.
Questions to Ask a Satsuma Technician
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Satsuma, AL
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Can a dishwasher leak damage my floor?
Are you affiliated with any dishwasher brand?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
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Before you call a Satsuma technician, clean the filter at the bottom of the tub, run the kitchen faucet until the water is hot and check that the drain hose under the sink is not kinked. If the problem stays, have the model number ready.