Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. 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.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Lincoln
Within 30 miles of Lincoln there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 of them are based in Lincoln itself, and other nearby bases include Roseville (21), Rocklin (13), and Loomis (2). Distances run up to about 9 miles. Across 23 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars. Nearest on the list: Robert's Appliance Repair Co.., around 1.0 miles out.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lincoln. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 1.2, 1.4 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Lincoln list: Dishwasher Repair (25.4 miles away, based in Sacramento); Lake Appliance Repair (5.2 miles away, based in Roseville, 4.7 stars from 642 reviews, lists Saturday hours); High-Q Appliance Repair (7.7 miles away, based in Rocklin, 5.0 stars from 86 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AllStyles appliance repair and dryer vent cleaning (9.0 miles away, based in Roseville, 5.0 stars from 126 reviews).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
Why Dishwashers Break Down
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher not drying dishes.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
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.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
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:
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 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?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour 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.
Around Lincoln
Most dishwasher calls in Lincoln 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).
Questions to Ask a Lincoln Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Lincoln, CA
What should I do if my dishwasher is leaking?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
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Find Your Dishwasher Brand in Lincoln
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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 Lincoln technician a trip for parts.