A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. The Petaluma list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Petaluma
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Petaluma. 1 of them are based in Petaluma itself, and the rest are spread across San Rafael (10), Santa Rosa (7), and Novato (5). Distances run up to about 22 miles. The closest is AFFORDABLE APPLIANCE REPAIR, LLC, about 1.0 miles away. The 26 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
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| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 7.5, 8.4 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
Closest matches for Petaluma: Feria Appliance Repair (13.7 miles away, based in Santa Rosa, 5.0 stars from 299 reviews); Ross HVAC And Appliance Service (9.2 miles away, based in Rohnert Park, 4.9 stars from 487 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse HVAC & Appliance Repair Sonoma (9.5 miles away, based in Sonoma, 4.8 stars from 80 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse HVAC & Appliance Repair Napa (19.1 miles away, based in Napa, 4.8 stars from 1,063 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code on the display
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
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
Keep the drain hose free of kinks, twists and pinches, and follow local plumbing codes for the drain connection. 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:
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 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.
Dishwasher Notes for Petaluma, CA
Most dishwasher calls in Petaluma 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 Petaluma
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Petaluma faster and cheaper.