A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. 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 San Lorenzo, CA
Within 30 miles of San Lorenzo there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in San Lorenzo, and the rest are spread across Hayward (23), San Leandro (11), and Castro Valley (4). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars. Atlant Services Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from San Lorenzo.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from San Lorenzo. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 1.0, 1.3 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
At the top of the San Lorenzo list: Delta High End Appliance Repair (12.1 miles away, based in San Mateo, 4.9 stars from 162 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Top repair llc (20.6 miles away, based in San Francisco, 5.0 stars from 32 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Delta High End Appliance Repair (19.1 miles away, based in San Francisco, 4.9 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours); DripStop Dishwasher Pros (14.1 miles away, based in Redwood City, 5.0 stars from 15 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in San Lorenzo
What Gets Fixed on a San Lorenzo Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher smells bad.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
Shut off the dishwasher's water supply during repairs or whenever it is leaking; the valve is usually under the kitchen sink on the branch line that runs to the dishwasher, and it closes by turning clockwise. 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.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
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:
- Motor repair: $200–$500 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?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit 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.
What San Lorenzo Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in San Lorenzo 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).
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near San Lorenzo
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: San Lorenzo, CA
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Write down the model and serial number from the label on the edge of the dishwasher door or tub opening, and note any error code or blinking lights. It saves a San Lorenzo technician a trip for parts.