Most dishwasher breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the filter and drain path, the drain pump, the water inlet valve, the door latch and the controls. Below are the companies within reach of Florin, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Florin, CA
Within 30 miles of Florin there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Elk Grove (24) and Sacramento (16). Distances run up to about 6 miles. The closest is Fast Sacramento Appliance Repair, about 0.3 miles away. Of those, 1 mentions dishwasher work by name. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Florin. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 1.5, 1.7 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
First up for Florin: Dishwasher Repair (2.6 miles away, based in Sacramento); A to Z in home appliance repair (4.5 miles away, based in Sacramento, 4.9 stars from 216 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Sacramento Pros. (3.7 miles away, based in Sacramento, 4.9 stars from 42 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dacor Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, based in Sacramento, 4.7 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher smells bad or dishwasher not drying dishes.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
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
When a dishwasher drains into a garbage disposer, the disposer's drain plug must be knocked out first; if it is left in, the dishwasher will not drain. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
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:
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 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?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 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?
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.
What Florin Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Florin 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 Florin Technician
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Florin, CA
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Dishwasher Repair Near Florin
Before you call a Florin technician, clean the filter at the bottom of the tub, run the kitchen faucet until the water is hot and check that the drain hose under the sink is not kinked. If the problem stays, have the model number ready.