Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. The Costa Mesa list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Costa Mesa
Within 30 miles of Costa Mesa there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 14 of them are based in Costa Mesa itself, and the rest are spread across Newport Beach (11), Huntington Beach (4), and Santa Ana (4). Distances run up to about 4 miles. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 28 businesses. The closest is Moore Appliance Pros, about 0.5 miles away.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.6, 0.8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
Closest matches for Costa Mesa: Best Service Appliance Repair (3.7 miles away, based in Irvine, 5.0 stars from 128 reviews); Neilion Inc. Commercial appliance repair. (2.7 miles away, based in Huntington Beach, 5.0 stars from 22 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ShortFix Appliance Repair (3.3 miles away, based in Newport Beach, 5.0 stars from 9 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.3 miles away, 4.7 stars from 155 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
Why Dishwashers Break Down
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Costa Mesa
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher smells bad or dishwasher not drying dishes.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
A leak from the water supply line tends to show up as dampness under the front of the unit; leaks at the door often trace back to a dirty, loose or damaged gasket, a bent or loose latch, or a unit that is not level. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
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.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 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?
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 Costa Mesa
Most dishwasher calls in Costa Mesa 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 Costa Mesa
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Costa Mesa, CA
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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 Costa Mesa technician a trip for parts.