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.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving North Highlands, CA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of North Highlands. 5 of them are based in North Highlands itself, and other nearby bases include Sacramento (12), Carmichael (8), and Citrus Heights (6). Distances run up to about 5 miles. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars. Local appliance repair is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from North Highlands.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from North Highlands. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 46 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.7, 0.9 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
At the top of the North Highlands list: Dishwasher Repair (10.7 miles away, based in Sacramento); KomFix Appliance Repair (4.1 miles away, based in Roseville, 5.0 stars from 166 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ZR Master Appliance Repair LLC (0.9 miles away, 4.9 stars from 265 reviews, lists Saturday hours); River City Appliance Repair & Part Sales (3.7 miles away, based in Sacramento, 4.6 stars from 159 reviews).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- An error code on the display
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in North Highlands
What Gets Fixed on a North Highlands Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher not filling with water.
Water, Power and Safety First
If the dishwasher has no working shut-off valve of its own, close the main water supply to the house instead. Source: GE Appliances - Dishwasher Water Shut-Off Location
Before inspecting or working on a dishwasher, unplug it or switch off its circuit breaker. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
When a dishwasher drains into a garbage disposer, the disposer's drain plug must be knocked out first; if it is left in, the dishwasher will not drain. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in North Highlands
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:
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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.
What North Highlands Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in North Highlands 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 North Highlands
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: North Highlands, CA
Is there anything I can try first?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in North Highlands faster and cheaper.