A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. The Susanville list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Susanville, CA
6 repair companies serve Susanville from within 71 miles. 2 of them are based in Susanville itself, and other nearby bases include Reno (2), Shingletown (1), and Paradise (1). The 6 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. Nearest on the list: Ken's Repair Service, around 1.7 miles out. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Susanville is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Companies within 71 miles | 6 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 2 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.7, 2.4, 60.4 |
At the top of the Susanville list: Ken's Repair Service (1.7 miles away, 4.6 stars from 7 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (2.4 miles away, 3.7 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hudson's Appliance Center (70.4 miles away, based in Paradise, 4.8 stars from 84 reviews); All Star Dryer Vent (60.4 miles away, based in Reno, 4.9 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Susanville
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning 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.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
Before replacing a dishwasher in Susanville, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 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?
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.
Dishwasher Notes for Susanville, CA
Most dishwasher calls in Susanville 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 Susanville
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Susanville, CA
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Should I repair or replace my dishwasher?
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
Dishwasher Repair by Brand in Susanville
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Susanville faster and cheaper.