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 Trussville, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Trussville
Within 30 miles of Trussville there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Birmingham (28), Remlap (2), and Pell City (2). The farthest listed company is about 22 miles out. Nearest on the list: Serenity Appliance, around 5.9 miles out. The 26 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Trussville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 5.9, 6.0, 6.2 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 57 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 25 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
At the top of the Trussville list: Appliance Mechanic LLC (17.3 miles away, based in Birmingham, 5.0 stars from 1,097 reviews); Atlas Appliance Repair (10.2 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.9 stars from 2,483 reviews); Lewie's Appliance Sales & Service (14.5 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.9 stars from 2,563 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Connection (16.6 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 1,726 reviews).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- An error code on the display
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Trussville
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher not cleaning 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
Built-in dishwashers are typically specified for their own properly grounded 120-volt branch circuit protected by a 15- or 20-amp breaker or time-delay fuse, with no extension cords or adapter plugs. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
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.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
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:
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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?
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 Trussville
Most dishwasher calls in Trussville 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 Trussville
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Trussville, AL
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Dishwasher Repair by Brand in Trussville
Dishwasher Repair Near Trussville
A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Trussville faster and cheaper.