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 Solana Beach list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Solana Beach
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Solana Beach. 6 of them are based in Solana Beach itself, and other nearby bases include San Diego (18), Encinitas (8), and Carlsbad (5). Distances run up to about 10 miles. The closest is Subzero Refrigerator Repair San Diego, about 0.2 miles away. Of those, 1 mentions dishwasher work by name. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 49 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 0.2, 0.2 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 26 |
At the top of the Solana Beach list: California Major Appliance Repair. Dishwasher, Washer-Dryer, Refrigerator Repair Service. San Diego, North County. (2.6 miles away, based in Del Mar, 5.0 stars from 10 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ABC Appliance Repair (0.2 miles away, 5.0 stars from 154 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Refrigerator & Appliance Repair - Mira Mesa (9.5 miles away, based in San Diego, 5.0 stars from 80 reviews, lists Saturday hours); San Diego Appliance Repair Center (9.0 miles away, based in San Diego, 5.0 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Solana Beach
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher not draining.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
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 Solana Beach
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. 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 Solana Beach
Santa Fe Irrigation District, which supplies Solana Beach, reports hardness of 250-300 mg/L as CaCO3, average about 275 (very hard). Hard water leaves spots and film on glasses and builds up on dishwasher spray arms and inlet screens, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: Water Quality SFID 2024 - Santa Fe Irrigation District
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 Solana Beach
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Solana Beach, 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 Solana Beach technician a trip for parts.