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 King City and the Monterey County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near King City
Within 60 miles of King City there are 25 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Salinas (8), Pacific Grove (4), and Watsonville (4). Andersen Appliance is the nearest, roughly 18.3 miles from King City. The 22 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars. King City is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 18.3, 40.8, 41.9 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 25 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 14 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
At the top of the King City list: Andersen Appliance (18.3 miles away, based in Soledad, 4.3 stars from 16 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (45.1 miles away, based in Salinas, 4.7 stars from 338 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse HVAC & Appliance Repair (43.9 miles away, based in Salinas, 4.8 stars from 53 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse HVAC & Appliance Repair Monterey (51.8 miles away, based in Pacific Grove, 4.9 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in King City
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in King City
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher not draining.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
Shut off the dishwasher's water supply during repairs or whenever it is leaking; the valve is usually under the kitchen sink on the branch line that runs to the dishwasher, and it closes by turning clockwise. 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.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- 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?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. 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 King City, CA
Most dishwasher calls in King City 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).
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near King City
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: King City, CA
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Why are my dishes still wet?
Do you cover King City and nearby towns?
Can a dishwasher leak damage my floor?
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Before you call a King City 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.