A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. Below are the companies within reach of Los Altos, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Los Altos, CA
Within 30 miles of Los Altos there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 5 list an address in Los Altos, and the rest are spread across Mountain View (17), Sunnyvale (8), and Cupertino (5). The farthest listed company is about 4 miles out. Fixity Appliance Repair Pros is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Los Altos. Across 25 rated companies, the average public rating is 5.0 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.2, 1.3 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
Closest matches for Los Altos: Delta High End Appliance Repair (17.7 miles away, based in San Mateo, 4.9 stars from 162 reviews, lists Saturday hours); DripStop Dishwasher Pros (10.6 miles away, based in Redwood City, 5.0 stars from 15 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Spark Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, based in Mountain View, 4.9 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Your Appliance, Refrigeration & HVAC repair (1.8 miles away, based in Mountain View, 5.0 stars from 68 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- An error code on the display
Why Dishwashers Break Down
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher smells bad or dishwasher not filling with water.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
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
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- 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?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit 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 Los Altos
Most dishwasher calls in Los Altos 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 Los Altos Technician
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Los Altos, CA
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Dishwasher Repair Near Los Altos
A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Los Altos faster and cheaper.