Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Los Gatos and the Santa Clara County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Los Gatos, CA
Within 30 miles of Los Gatos there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 11 of them are based in Los Gatos itself, and the rest are spread across Campbell (12), San Jose (11), and Saratoga (6). Distances run up to about 5 miles. KONGRA LLC is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Los Gatos. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 32 businesses.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 50 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.7, 0.9 |
The leading options for Los Gatos are DripStop Dishwasher Pros (22.8 miles away, based in Redwood City, 5.0 stars from 15 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ExpressApplianceandHVACRepair (1.6 miles away, 5.0 stars from 209 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Art Appliance (4.8 miles away, based in San Jose, 4.9 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Max Appliance Repair – Commercial Refrigeration & HVAC (5.0 miles away, based in San Jose, 5.0 stars from 71 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- An error code on the display
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Los Gatos
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher not draining.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
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
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 Los Gatos
Before replacing a dishwasher in Los Gatos, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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 Los Gatos
Most dishwasher calls in Los Gatos 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 Gatos Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Los Gatos, CA
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Brand-Specific Dishwasher Repair, Los Gatos
Dishwasher Repair Near Los Gatos
A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Los Gatos faster and cheaper.