Most dishwasher breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the filter and drain path, the drain pump, the water inlet valve, the door latch and the controls. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Avenal and the Kings County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Avenal
Within 60 miles of Avenal there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Fresno (19), Visalia (5), and Hanford (4). The farthest listed company is about 56 miles out. 2 of them mention dishwasher work in their listing or website. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 26.8 miles away. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Avenal is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Avenal. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention dishwasher work | 2 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 2 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 26.8, 31.4, 32.2 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 59 |
First up for Avenal: Emerald Appliance Repair (31.4 miles away, based in Corcoran, 4.9 stars from 87 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (26.8 miles away, based in Lemoore, 4.3 stars from 103 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Conner's Appliance Repair (33.5 miles away, based in Hanford, 4.8 stars from 276 reviews); Idler's Home (45.0 miles away, based in Paso Robles, 4.6 stars from 319 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher not draining.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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 and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
- 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?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. 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 Avenal
Most dishwasher calls in Avenal 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 Avenal Technician
- 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?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Avenal, CA
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Before you call a Avenal technician, clean the filter at the bottom of the tub, run the kitchen faucet until the water is hot and check that the drain hose under the sink is not kinked. If the problem stays, have the model number ready.