A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. 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.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Carson
40 repair companies serve Carson from within 30 miles. 4 list an address in Carson, and other nearby bases include Torrance (14), Long Beach (9), and Gardena (6). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. The closest is Dominguez Appliance Repair, about 0.2 miles away. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
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.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.7, 0.9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
First up for Carson: Magic Master Appliance Repair (14.5 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.2 stars from 63 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wizard Appliance Repair (5.3 miles away, based in Gardena, 4.8 stars from 162 reviews); South Bay Appliances (4.6 miles away, based in Gardena, 4.7 stars from 185 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Walk-in cooler repair 1 (5.0 miles away, based in Torrance, 5.0 stars from 30 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- An error code on the display
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Carson
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher not draining.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
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
A dishwasher must be grounded; if the home wiring lacks a ground or the plug does not fit the outlet, a licensed electrician should correct it rather than modifying the plug. Source: Whirlpool - Dishwasher User 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.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Carson
Before replacing a dishwasher in Carson, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 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?
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.
Local Notes for Carson
Most dishwasher calls in Carson 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 Carson Technician
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Carson, CA
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
Is there anything I can try first?
Is my dishwasher worth fixing?
Why are my dishes still wet?
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Carson faster and cheaper.