Most dishwasher breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the filter and drain path, the drain pump, the water inlet valve, the door latch and the controls. The Selma list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Selma, AL
We found 24 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Selma. 3 of them are based in Selma itself, and other nearby bases include Prattville (3), Montgomery (3), and Alabaster (3). Distances run up to about 60 miles. Rated companies nearby average 3.9 stars across 21 businesses. Martin Appliance is the nearest, roughly 1.1 miles from Selma. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Selma is inside its regular service area.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 60 miles | 24 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 12 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 1.2, 2.0 |
Closest matches for Selma: Martin Appliance (1.1 miles away, 4.8 stars from 8 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (2.0 miles away, 4.4 stars from 72 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Kelta Appliance Repair & Services (1.2 miles away, 3.4 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Clark-Rothschild Appliance Repair- Refrigerator, Freezer and Ice Machine specialist (32.9 miles away, based in Prattville, 4.7 stars from 90 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Selma
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher not drying dishes.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
Hand soap, dish soap or laundry detergent can make a dishwasher over-suds and spill water onto the floor; use only automatic dishwasher detergent. 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
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 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.
Local Notes for Selma
Most dishwasher calls in Selma 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.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Selma
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Selma, AL
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Dishwasher Repair by Brand in Selma
Dishwasher Repair Near Selma
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 Selma technician a trip for parts.