Most dishwasher breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the filter and drain path, the drain pump, the water inlet valve, the door latch and the controls. The Santa Clarita list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Santa Clarita
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Santa Clarita. 13 of them are based in Santa Clarita itself, and the rest are spread across San Fernando (6), Newhall (3), and Canyon Country (3). The closest is Universal Appliance Repair, about 0.5 miles away. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Santa Clarita. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.9, 1.1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 53 |
The leading options for Santa Clarita are Sam Appliance Repair (1.1 miles away, 4.9 stars from 888 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Magic Master Appliance Repair (29.1 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.2 stars from 63 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quick and Pro Appliance Repair (3.4 miles away, based in Canyon Country, 4.8 stars from 158 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Santa Clarita appliance repair (2.5 miles away, 5.0 stars from 218 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Santa Clarita Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher not drying dishes.
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
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
To keep dirty water from siphoning back into the dishwasher, the drain hose is run in a high loop (at least 32 inches high in GE's instructions) or through an air gap; an air gap is called for when local code requires it or when the drain connection sits less than 18 inches above the floor. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a dishwasher in Santa Clarita, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 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.
Local Notes for Santa Clarita
Most dishwasher calls in Santa Clarita 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).
Questions to Ask a Santa Clarita Technician
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Santa Clarita, CA
How do I get rid of a dishwasher odor?
Is there anything I can try first?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Why won't my dishwasher drain?
Dishwasher Repair by Brand in Santa Clarita
Dishwasher Repair Near Santa Clarita
Before you call a Santa Clarita 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.