A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Lomita and the Los Angeles County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Lomita, CA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Lomita. 2 list an address in Lomita, and other nearby bases include Torrance (16), Carson (4), and Redondo Beach (4). The closest is Lomita Appliance Wizard, about 0.4 miles away. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lomita. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.6, 0.9 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
The leading options for Lomita are Magic Master Appliance Repair (17.9 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.2 stars from 63 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wizard Appliance Repair (6.8 miles away, based in Gardena, 4.8 stars from 162 reviews); Walk-in cooler repair 1 (2.0 miles away, based in Torrance, 5.0 stars from 30 reviews, lists Saturday hours); South Bay Appliances (6.6 miles away, based in Gardena, 4.7 stars from 185 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- An error code on the display
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
Why Dishwashers Break Down
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Lomita
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher not drying dishes.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
A leak from the water supply line tends to show up as dampness under the front of the unit; leaks at the door often trace back to a dirty, loose or damaged gasket, a bent or loose latch, or a unit that is not level. 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
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:
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 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?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
When an aging dishwasher no longer has manufacturer coverage and needs frequent or major repairs, start planning for a replacement. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Local Notes for Lomita
Most dishwasher calls in Lomita 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).
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Lomita
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Lomita, CA
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Can a dishwasher leak damage my floor?
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Lomita faster and cheaper.