Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Guadalupe and the Santa Barbara County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Guadalupe
Our data shows 17 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Guadalupe. The rest are spread across Santa Maria (7), San Luis Obispo (4), and Lompoc (4). Distances run up to about 28 miles. The 16 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. Nearest on the list: Appliance Doctor, around 6.5 miles out.
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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 6.5, 7.1, 7.8 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 17 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 12 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
The leading options for Guadalupe are Ruffoni's Home Appliance (11.0 miles away, based in Arroyo Grande, 4.8 stars from 660 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Idler's Home (8.5 miles away, based in Santa Maria, 4.6 stars from 206 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ib-solutions (7.1 miles away, based in Santa Maria, 4.6 stars from 553 reviews, lists Saturday hours); W.A.R.S Warranted Appliance Repair & Service (22.1 miles away, based in Lompoc, 5.0 stars from 24 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
Why Dishwashers Break Down
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher smells bad.
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
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
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:
- 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 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?
When an aging dishwasher no longer has manufacturer coverage and needs frequent or major repairs, start planning for a replacement. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Around Guadalupe
Most dishwasher calls in Guadalupe 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 Guadalupe
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Guadalupe, CA
Is there anything I can try first?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Why are my dishes still wet?
Brand-Specific Dishwasher Repair, Guadalupe
Dishwasher Repair Near Guadalupe
Before you call a Guadalupe 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.