When a dishwasher quits in Citrus, the first question is whether it is a clog you can clear yourself or a failed part, and that decides whether you need a technician at all. The Citrus list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Citrus, CA
Within 30 miles of Citrus there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Covina (5), West Covina (4), and La Puente (4). Distances run up to about 10 miles. Aerocool Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from Citrus. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 34 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Citrus. 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 | 1.0, 1.3, 1.5 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
The leading options for Citrus are Magic Master Appliance Repair (21.4 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.2 stars from 63 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.7 miles away, based in City of Industry, 4.7 stars from 429 reviews, lists Saturday hours); CR Appliance Repair (6.5 miles away, based in La Puente, 4.8 stars from 67 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Meteor Appliance Repair (9.8 miles away, based in Claremont, 5.0 stars from 115 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
Why Dishwashers Break Down
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher not drying dishes.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
If the dishwasher has no working shut-off valve of its own, close the main water supply to the house instead. 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
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.
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:
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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.
Local Notes for Citrus
Most dishwasher calls in Citrus 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 Citrus
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Citrus, CA
Why is there standing water in my dishwasher?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Can a dishwasher leak damage my floor?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Dishwasher Repair by Brand in Citrus
Dishwasher Repair Near Citrus
A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Citrus faster and cheaper.