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Dishwasher Repair in Seaside, CA

See which appliance repair companies around Seaside work on dishwashers, how far away they are and how customers rate them.

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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. 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.

Local Dishwasher Repair in Seaside, CA

Our data shows 36 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Seaside. The rest are spread across Salinas (8), Santa Cruz (8), and Watsonville (5). Conner's Appliance is the nearest, roughly 3.4 miles from Seaside. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.

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Fuse HVAC & Appliance Repair Monterey
813 Brentwood Ct, Pacific Grove, CA 93950
6.2 mi from Seaside
★★★★★ 4.9 (696 reviews)
Saturday hours
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Sears Appliance Repair
1700 N Main St, Salinas, CA 93906
11.0 mi from Seaside
★★★★½ 4.7 (338 reviews)
Saturday hours
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Conner's Appliance
2100 Garden Rd # B9, Monterey, CA 93940
3.4 mi from Seaside
★★★★½ 4.7 (242 reviews)
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Golden State Appliance Repair
170 17th St Ste g, Pacific Grove, CA 93950
5.5 mi from Seaside
★★★★★ 4.9 (208 reviews)
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Fuse HVAC & Appliance Repair
1617 Klamath Dr, Salinas, CA 93906
11.9 mi from Seaside
★★★★★ 4.8 (53 reviews)
Saturday hours
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Sears Appliance Repair
1050 N Davis Rd, Salinas, CA 93907
9.9 mi from Seaside
★★★★½ 4.6 (115 reviews)
Saturday hours
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Carmel Vacuum & Appliance
26135 Carmel Rancho Blvd E-101, Carmel, CA 93923
7.2 mi from Seaside
★★★★★ 5.0 (6 reviews)
Saturday hours
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Lighthouse Appliance Repair
San Juan Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95065
27.3 mi from Seaside
★★★★★ 5.0 (131 reviews)
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Baker Brothers Furniture & Appliance
31 E 5th St, Watsonville, CA 95076
20.4 mi from Seaside
★★★★★ 4.9 (34 reviews)
Saturday hours
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Santa Cruz Appliance Repair
250 B Potrero St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
27.4 mi from Seaside
★★★★★ 4.8 (195 reviews)
Saturday hours
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R B Appliance
1157 Forest Ave Ste C, Pacific Grove, CA 93950
5.8 mi from Seaside
★★★★★ 4.8 (10 reviews)
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Plug-In Services
2222 Preakness Ave, Capitola, CA 95010
26.0 mi from Seaside
★★★★★ 5.0 (22 reviews)

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Dishwasher repair near Seaside at a glance
Mention dishwasher work0
Mention a major dishwasher brand0
With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews12
Distance to the three closest (mi)3.4, 5.5, 5.5
Companies within 30 miles36
Open on Saturdays (per listing)19

Closest matches for Seaside: Fuse HVAC & Appliance Repair Monterey (6.2 miles away, based in Pacific Grove, 4.9 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.0 miles away, based in Salinas, 4.7 stars from 338 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Conner's Appliance (3.4 miles away, based in Monterey, 4.7 stars from 242 reviews); Golden State Appliance Repair (5.5 miles away, based in Pacific Grove, 4.9 stars from 208 reviews).

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Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician

  • Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
  • Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
  • Bad smell from the tub between loads
  • Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle

The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Seaside

Seals and hosesDoor gaskets harden, tub seals wear and hose clamps loosen. Leaks usually start small, under the door or behind the kick panel, before they show on the floor.
Clogged filters and drain pathsFood, labels and broken glass collect in the filter assembly and the sump. A clogged filter is behind many not-draining and not-cleaning calls, and it is the first thing a technician checks.
Water inlet valveAn electric valve under the dishwasher lets water in. When it sticks or its screen clogs, the dishwasher fills slowly, not at all, or keeps filling.

How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Seaside

Filter and sumpMost dishwashers have a filter assembly at the bottom of the tub that catches food and debris. A technician pulls it, cleans the sump beneath it and checks for glass or bones before replacing any parts, because a clog can make a healthy pump look broken.
Drain hose and disposal connectionThe drain hose usually runs in a high loop under the counter or to an air gap, then into the disposal or sink drain. A kink, a clog or a new disposal with its knockout plug still in place stops the water.
Drain pumpIf water stays in the tub after a cycle, the drain pump is tested for power and blockages. Some pumps hum but cannot move water because something is caught in the impeller.

Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.

Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher

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

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

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.

What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Seaside

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:

Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. 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.

Around Seaside

Most dishwasher calls in Seaside 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 Seaside

  • Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
  • Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
  • If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?

Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Seaside, CA

Can a dishwasher leak damage my floor?
A slow leak can soak the subfloor and cabinet before you see it. Turn off the water supply valve and the power to the dishwasher, wipe up the water and call a technician to find whether it is the door gasket, a hose, the pump or the tub.
How much does dishwasher repair cost in Seaside?
Most companies charge a service call or diagnostic fee that is often applied to the repair if you go ahead. Common jobs such as an inlet valve, door gasket or drain pump are usually worth fixing on a dishwasher that is otherwise sound. Our dishwasher repair cost guide lists published ranges.
Should I repair or replace my dishwasher?
Compare the repair quote with the price of a comparable new dishwasher and consider its age. Common repairs such as inlet valves, door latches, gaskets and drain pumps are usually worth doing on a dishwasher that is otherwise in good shape. Our repair-cost guide lists published ranges.
Why are my dishes still wet?
Many newer dishwashers dry by condensation and need rinse aid to dry well, especially plastics. If dishes stay soaked on a model that uses a heating element or fan, the element, thermostat or fan may have failed.

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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 Seaside technician a trip for parts.

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