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 San Bruno and the San Mateo County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving San Bruno, CA
Within 30 miles of San Bruno there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 5 list an address in San Bruno, and other nearby bases include Burlingame (12), Daly City (9), and South San Francisco (8). Distances run up to about 6 miles. Smart Appliances Corp. is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from San Bruno. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 47 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 0.5, 1.1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
The leading options for San Bruno are Delta High End Appliance Repair (8.0 miles away, based in San Mateo, 4.9 stars from 162 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Delta High End Appliance Repair (8.5 miles away, based in San Francisco, 4.9 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Top repair llc (11.0 miles away, based in San Francisco, 5.0 stars from 32 reviews, lists Saturday hours); DripStop Dishwasher Pros (15.0 miles away, based in Redwood City, 5.0 stars from 15 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher not drying dishes.
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
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
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in San Bruno
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:
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 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 San Bruno
Most dishwasher calls in San Bruno 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 San Bruno
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: San Bruno, CA
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Dishwasher Repair Near San Bruno
Before you call a San Bruno technician, clean the filter at the bottom of the tub, run the kitchen faucet until the water is hot and check that the drain hose under the sink is not kinked. If the problem stays, have the model number ready.