A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. Below are the companies within reach of Arcadia, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Arcadia
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Arcadia. 2 list an address in Arcadia, and other nearby bases include Pasadena (17), Sierra Madre (3), and Temple City (3). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. Immediate Arcadia Appliance Repair Pro is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Arcadia. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
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| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 2 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.5, 2.1 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
The leading options for Arcadia are Magic Master Appliance Repair (13.8 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.2 stars from 63 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fast-Fix Appliance Repair Service (2.3 miles away, based in Temple City, 5.0 stars from 95 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.2 miles away, based in Pasadena, 4.3 stars from 708 reviews, lists Saturday hours); RepairBest Appliance Services (6.0 miles away, based in Pasadena, 4.8 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Arcadia
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher not filling with water.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
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:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 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.
Around Arcadia
Most dishwasher calls in Arcadia 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).
Questions to Ask a Arcadia Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Arcadia, CA
Is my dishwasher worth fixing?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Which areas near Arcadia do these technicians cover?
Brand-Specific Dishwasher Repair, Arcadia
Dishwasher Repair Near Arcadia
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 Arcadia technician a trip for parts.