When a dishwasher quits in Lawndale, 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 Lawndale, CA
Within 30 miles of Lawndale there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 of them are based in Lawndale itself, and the rest are spread across Torrance (9), Inglewood (9), and Gardena (6). Distances run up to about 5 miles. A+ Appliance Repair Lawndale is the nearest, roughly 0.1 miles from Lawndale. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
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| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.1, 0.1, 0.7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
First up for Lawndale: Magic Master Appliance Repair (12.4 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.2 stars from 63 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wizard Appliance Repair (1.9 miles away, based in Gardena, 4.8 stars from 162 reviews); South Bay Appliances (2.7 miles away, based in Gardena, 4.7 stars from 185 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Keyes Appliance Repair CO (2.1 miles away, based in Torrance, 4.8 stars from 68 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Lawndale
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher smells bad.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
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:
- 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?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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.
Around Lawndale
Most dishwasher calls in Lawndale 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 Lawndale
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Lawndale, CA
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Do you cover Lawndale and nearby towns?
Is there anything I can try first?
Brand-Specific Dishwasher Repair, Lawndale
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Before you call a Lawndale 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.