When a dishwasher quits in Compton, 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. 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.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Compton, CA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Compton. 4 of them are based in Compton itself, and the rest are spread across Gardena (6), South Gate (6), and Long Beach (5). Distances run up to about 6 miles. Nearest on the list: Eagle Eye Repairs, around 0.5 miles out. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 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.
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.6, 1.2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
At the top of the Compton list: Magic Master Appliance Repair (10.8 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.2 stars from 63 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wizard Appliance Repair (5.4 miles away, based in Gardena, 4.8 stars from 162 reviews); South Bay Appliances (4.5 miles away, based in Gardena, 4.7 stars from 185 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Eagle Eye Repairs (0.5 miles away, 5.0 stars from 12 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code on the display
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Compton Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher not filling with water.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
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 Compton
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 repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
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 Compton
Most dishwasher calls in Compton 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 Compton
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Compton, CA
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Brand-Specific Dishwasher Repair, Compton
Dishwasher Repair Near Compton
A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Compton faster and cheaper.