When a dishwasher quits in Batesville, 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. Below are the companies within reach of Batesville, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Batesville
16 repair companies serve Batesville from within 60 miles. 4 list an address in Batesville, and the rest are spread across Searcy (3), Jonesboro (2), and Cabot (2). Distances run up to about 59 miles. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 0.2 miles out. 1 of them mentions dishwasher work in their listing or website. The 15 rated companies in range average 3.9 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Batesville is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Batesville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 2.5, 3.2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 16 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
Closest matches for Batesville: Sears Appliance Repair (57.9 miles away, based in Mountain Home, 4.1 stars from 26 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (0.2 miles away, 4.6 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Handy Mandy's (2.5 miles away, 2.8 stars from 9 reviews); Appliance 911 (52.3 miles away, based in Jonesboro, 4.8 stars from 214 reviews).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- An error code on the display
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Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher smells bad 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
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.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour 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.
Around Batesville
Most dishwasher calls in Batesville 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.
Arkansas has no separate appliance repair license, and household appliances are listed as exempt equipment under the state HVACR licensing law, though exempt work must still meet HVACR rules and any local permit and inspection requirements. Source: Arkansas HVAC/R Statutes 2025, A.C.A. ยง 17-33-102 (Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing)
In Arkansas, you can check a license with the Arkansas Department of Health Protective Health Codes licensee search (plumbing and gas fitter licenses) or report a problem to the Arkansas Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Batesville
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Batesville, AR
How do I get rid of a dishwasher odor?
Which areas near Batesville do these technicians cover?
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
Is there anything I can try first?
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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 Batesville technician a trip for parts.