When a dishwasher quits in La Mirada, 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. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention dishwashers at the top.
Local Dishwasher Repair in La Mirada, CA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of La Mirada. 1 list an address in La Mirada, and the rest are spread across Whittier (7), Fullerton (7), and Buena Park (6). Distances run up to about 6 miles. Appliance Masters Of Southern California is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from La Mirada. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 32 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from La Mirada. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 1.4, 1.5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
The leading options for La Mirada are Magic Master Appliance Repair (17.2 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.2 stars from 63 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Executive Appliance Service (6.0 miles away, based in Brea, 4.7 stars from 272 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (5.6 miles away, based in Cerritos, 4.7 stars from 354 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SP Appliance (6.0 miles away, based in Hawaiian Gardens, 4.8 stars from 122 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in La Mirada
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
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
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in La Mirada
Before replacing a dishwasher in La Mirada, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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?
- 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 La Mirada, CA
Most dishwasher calls in La Mirada 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 La Mirada
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- 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?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: La Mirada, CA
Should I repair or replace my dishwasher?
Why is there standing water in my dishwasher?
Can a dishwasher leak damage my floor?
Brand-Specific Dishwasher Repair, La Mirada
Dishwasher Repair Near La Mirada
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 La Mirada technician a trip for parts.