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 Cambria list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Cambria
Our data shows 17 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Cambria. The rest are spread across Santa Maria (7), San Luis Obispo (4), and Paso Robles (2). The 15 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Nearest on the list: Idler's Home, around 21.8 miles out. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Cambria is inside its regular service area.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 17 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 12 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 21.8, 22.0, 22.8 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
At the top of the Cambria list: Idler's Home (21.8 miles away, based in Paso Robles, 4.6 stars from 319 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ruffoni's Home Appliance (40.8 miles away, based in Arroyo Grande, 4.8 stars from 660 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.8 miles away, based in Atascadero, 4.6 stars from 241 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Best Appliance Guy (22.0 miles away, based in Los Osos, 2.3 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
Why Dishwashers Break Down
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher smells bad or dishwasher not filling with water.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
Shut off the dishwasher's water supply during repairs or whenever it is leaking; the valve is usually under the kitchen sink on the branch line that runs to the dishwasher, and it closes by turning clockwise. Source: GE Appliances - Dishwasher Water Shut-Off Location
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.
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?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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?
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.
What Cambria Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Cambria 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).
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Cambria
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Cambria, CA
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Why are my dishes still wet?
Why won't my dishwasher drain?
Find Your Dishwasher Brand in Cambria
Dishwasher Repair Near Cambria
Before you call a Cambria 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.