Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. The Spring Valley list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Spring Valley
40 repair companies serve Spring Valley from within 30 miles. 5 list an address in Spring Valley, and other nearby bases include El Cajon (18), La Mesa (10), and Lemon Grove (3). Distances run up to about 5 miles. Spark Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from Spring Valley. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Spring Valley. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.7, 1.4 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
First up for Spring Valley: California Major Appliance Repair. Dishwasher, Washer-Dryer, Refrigerator Repair Service. San Diego, North County. (22.8 miles away, based in Del Mar, 5.0 stars from 10 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.2 miles away, based in El Cajon, 4.7 stars from 520 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Spark Appliance Repair (0.2 miles away, 5.0 stars from 311 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Smart Repair (5.3 miles away, based in El Cajon, 4.9 stars from 73 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- An error code on the display
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
Why Dishwashers Break Down
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Spring Valley
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher smells bad or dishwasher not filling with water.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
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
Before inspecting or working on a dishwasher, unplug it or switch off its circuit breaker. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour 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 Spring Valley Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Spring Valley 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).
Before You Book in Spring Valley
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Spring Valley, 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 Spring Valley technician a trip for parts.