A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention dishwashers at the top.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Alhambra, CA
Within 30 miles of Alhambra there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 list an address in Alhambra, and the rest are spread across Pasadena (17), South Pasadena (4), and San Marino (3). The 33 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars. The closest is American Service Alliance, about 0.6 miles away.
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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 0.7, 0.9 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 3 |
At the top of the Alhambra list: Magic Master Appliance Repair (7.2 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.2 stars from 63 reviews, lists Saturday hours); LG Washer, Dryer & Refrigerator Appliance Repair Group (0.7 miles away, 5.0 stars from 22 reviews, lists Saturday hours); RepairBest Appliance Services (2.6 miles away, based in Pasadena, 4.8 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Green Way Sub zero Refrigerator Repair Service (3.2 miles away, based in Rosemead, 5.0 stars from 32 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- An error code on the display
Why Dishwashers Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Alhambra Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher smells bad.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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:
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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?
When an aging dishwasher no longer has manufacturer coverage and needs frequent or major repairs, start planning for a replacement. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Around Alhambra
Most dishwasher calls in Alhambra 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.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
Before You Book in Alhambra
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Alhambra, CA
Why are my dishes still wet?
What should I do if my dishwasher is leaking?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Alhambra faster and cheaper.