A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. Below are the companies within reach of Fullerton, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Fullerton, CA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Fullerton. 9 of them are based in Fullerton itself, and other nearby bases include Anaheim (10), Placentia (8), and Brea (5). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 28 businesses. Nearest on the list: Revilect, around 0.9 miles out.
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| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.0, 1.0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
Closest matches for Fullerton: Magic Master Appliance Repair (21.8 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.2 stars from 63 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Executive Appliance Service (2.9 miles away, based in Brea, 4.7 stars from 272 reviews); Rapid Placentia Appliance Repair (4.9 miles away, based in Placentia, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours); HomeRescue Appliance Repair Masters (3.0 miles away, based in Anaheim, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
Why Dishwashers Break Down
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher not draining.
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.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
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.
Around Fullerton
Most dishwasher calls in Fullerton 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).
Before You Book in Fullerton
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
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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 Fullerton technician a trip for parts.