A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. The Garden Grove list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Garden Grove
Within 30 miles of Garden Grove there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 9 of them are based in Garden Grove itself, and the rest are spread across Anaheim (11), Santa Ana (5), and Huntington Beach (5). Distances run up to about 5 miles. EverPeak Applaince is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Garden Grove. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 30 businesses.
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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.5, 0.5 |
First up for Garden Grove: Magic Master Appliance Repair (25.0 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.2 stars from 63 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Huntington Beach (4.5 miles away, based in Huntington Beach, 4.7 stars from 179 reviews, lists Saturday hours); OC Appliance Doctor (4.2 miles away, based in Anaheim, 4.9 stars from 177 reviews, lists Saturday hours); FORTEX APPLIANCE REPAIR LLC (4.2 miles away, based in Huntington Beach, 5.0 stars from 51 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
Why Dishwashers Break Down
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher not draining.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
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:
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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.
Dishwasher Notes for Garden Grove, CA
Most dishwasher calls in Garden Grove 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 Garden Grove
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Garden Grove, CA
What should I do if my dishwasher is leaking?
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
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Brand-Specific Dishwasher Repair, Garden Grove
Dishwasher Repair Near Garden Grove
Before you call a Garden Grove 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.