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. The Benicia list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Benicia, CA
Within 30 miles of Benicia there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Benicia, and other nearby bases include Vallejo (18), Concord (7), and Martinez (3). Distances run up to about 10 miles. Iconic Benicia Appliance Repair Inc is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Benicia. The 21 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Benicia. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.4, 3.2 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
At the top of the Benicia list: Top repair llc (27.3 miles away, based in San Francisco, 5.0 stars from 32 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Delta High End Appliance Repair (28.7 miles away, based in San Francisco, 4.9 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ServiceON Appliance Repair & Services (9.5 miles away, based in Pleasant Hill, 4.8 stars from 70 reviews); Fast & Easy Appliance Repair Services (9.3 miles away, based in Concord, 4.9 stars from 634 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- An error code on the display
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Benicia
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
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
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Benicia
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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 Benicia
Most dishwasher calls in Benicia 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).
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Benicia
- 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?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Benicia, CA
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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 Benicia technician a trip for parts.