When a dishwasher quits in Sonoma, the first question is whether it is a clog you can clear yourself or a failed part, and that decides whether you need a technician at all. The Sonoma list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Sonoma
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Sonoma. 1 list an address in Sonoma, and other nearby bases include Vallejo (16), Novato (5), and Santa Rosa (5). Distances run up to about 19 miles. Nearest on the list: Fuse HVAC & Appliance Repair Sonoma, around 3.0 miles out. The 22 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Sonoma. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.0, 8.7, 9.3 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
The leading options for Sonoma are Feria Appliance Repair (15.1 miles away, based in Santa Rosa, 5.0 stars from 299 reviews); Fuse HVAC & Appliance Repair Napa (9.8 miles away, based in Napa, 4.8 stars from 1,063 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse HVAC & Appliance Repair Sonoma (3.0 miles away, 4.8 stars from 80 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ross HVAC And Appliance Service (14.7 miles away, based in Rohnert Park, 4.9 stars from 487 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Sonoma
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher not filling with water.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
A dishwasher must be grounded; if the home wiring lacks a ground or the plug does not fit the outlet, a licensed electrician should correct it rather than modifying the plug. Source: Whirlpool - Dishwasher User Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Sonoma
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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?
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.
What Sonoma Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Sonoma 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 Sonoma Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Sonoma, 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 Sonoma technician a trip for parts.