When a dishwasher quits in Irvine, the first question is whether it is a clog you can clear yourself or a failed part, and that decides whether you need a technician at all. The Irvine list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Irvine
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Irvine. 33 of them are based in Irvine itself, and the rest are spread across Tustin (4), Laguna Hills (2), and Lake Forest (1). Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 37 businesses. Nearest on the list: Green Fuse HVAC & Appliance repair, around 0.9 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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 27 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.3, 1.3 |
First up for Irvine: Caesar's Appliance Sales & Service (4.4 miles away, 4.9 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Best Service Appliance Repair (4.4 miles away, 5.0 stars from 128 reviews); Appliance Repair USA (2.5 miles away, 4.9 stars from 599 reviews, lists Saturday hours); MDTECH Appliance Repair (4.0 miles away, 4.8 stars from 353 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Irvine
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher not draining.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
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
Built-in dishwashers are typically specified for their own properly grounded 120-volt branch circuit protected by a 15- or 20-amp breaker or time-delay fuse, with no extension cords or adapter plugs. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
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.
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:
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit 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.
Local Notes for Irvine
Irvine Ranch Water District (IRWD), which supplies Irvine, reports hardness of hard; total hardness about 214-293 mg/L (ppm as CaCO3) on average for local treated water and about 236 mg/L for imported water, with a reported range of 52-469 mg/L. Hard water leaves spots and film on glasses and builds up on dishwasher spray arms and inlet screens, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: IRWD 2026 Water Quality Report
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 Irvine Technician
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Irvine, CA
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Irvine faster and cheaper.