Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. 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.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Camp Pendleton South
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Camp Pendleton South. Other nearby bases include Oceanside (22), Vista (9), and Carlsbad (8). The farthest listed company is about 11 miles out. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars. Nearest on the list: Viking Appliance Repair Service Oceanside, around 1.4 miles out.
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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 1.8, 1.9 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
Closest matches for Camp Pendleton South: California Major Appliance Repair. Dishwasher, Washer-Dryer, Refrigerator Repair Service. San Diego, North County. (19.9 miles away, based in Del Mar, 5.0 stars from 10 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Octagon Appliance Repair (5.9 miles away, based in Oceanside, 4.9 stars from 121 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tip Top Appliance Repair (6.2 miles away, based in Carlsbad, 5.0 stars from 174 reviews); Axis Appliance Repair Inc (2.8 miles away, based in Oceanside, 4.3 stars from 1,649 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Camp Pendleton South
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Camp Pendleton South
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
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
Keep the drain hose free of kinks, twists and pinches, and follow local plumbing codes for the drain connection. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation 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:
- Motor repair: $200–$500 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. 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 Camp Pendleton South
Most dishwasher calls in Camp Pendleton South 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 Camp Pendleton South
- 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?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Camp Pendleton South, CA
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Find Your Dishwasher Brand in Camp Pendleton South
Dishwasher Repair Near Camp Pendleton South
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 Camp Pendleton South technician a trip for parts.