Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. The Little Rock list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Little Rock, AR
Within 30 miles of Little Rock there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 22 list an address in Little Rock, and the rest are spread across North Little Rock (16) and Maumelle (2). The farthest listed company is about 10 miles out. The closest is RapidCare Appliance Repair Specialists, about 1.8 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 14 businesses.
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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.8, 1.9, 2.5 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
First up for Little Rock: Central One Service (2.7 miles away, 4.7 stars from 1,997 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Fix - Phone Repair, Tablet Repair and Accessories (8.7 miles away, based in North Little Rock, 4.5 stars from 658 reviews); A-Tech Appliance Service (4.9 miles away, 4.6 stars from 187 reviews); Central-Ark Appliances (7.9 miles away, 4.7 stars from 169 reviews).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Little Rock
What Gets Fixed on a Little Rock Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
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
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.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Little Rock
Before replacing a dishwasher in Little Rock, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 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.
Local Notes for Little Rock
Most dishwasher calls in Little Rock 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.
Questions to Ask a Little Rock Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Little Rock, AR
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Little Rock faster and cheaper.