Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. The Paradise list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Paradise, CA
We found 18 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Paradise. 1 of them are based in Paradise itself, and the rest are spread across Chico (4), Oroville (3), and Red Bluff (3). The farthest listed company is about 57 miles out. Hudson's Appliance Center is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Paradise. Across 17 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. Paradise is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 10.2, 10.6 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 18 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
Closest matches for Paradise: Hudson's Appliance Center (0.6 miles away, 4.8 stars from 84 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (10.6 miles away, based in Chico, 4.4 stars from 185 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A-1 Appliance (17.6 miles away, based in Oroville, 4.7 stars from 193 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Northern Valley Appliance Services- Since 1957 (13.2 miles away, based in Chico, 4.6 stars from 34 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- An error code on the display
- 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 filling with water.
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
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.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. 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.
Local Notes for Paradise
Most dishwasher calls in Paradise 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).
Before You Book in Paradise
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Paradise, CA
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Paradise faster and cheaper.