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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Tamalpais-Homestead Valley and the Marin County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Tamalpais-Homestead Valley, CA
Within 30 miles of Tamalpais-Homestead Valley there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include San Francisco (18), San Rafael (10), and Mill Valley (5). Pro Appliance Services LLC is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Tamalpais-Homestead Valley. 1 of them mentions dishwasher work in their listing or website. The 30 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Tamalpais-Homestead Valley. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 2 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.3, 1.6 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
First up for Tamalpais-Homestead Valley: Top repair llc (7.5 miles away, based in San Francisco, 5.0 stars from 32 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Delta High End Appliance Repair (10.0 miles away, based in San Francisco, 4.9 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Delta High End Appliance Repair (25.2 miles away, based in San Mateo, 4.9 stars from 162 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All State Appliance Repair (7.5 miles away, based in San Francisco, 4.9 stars from 181 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher smells bad or dishwasher not drying dishes.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
If the dishwasher has no working shut-off valve of its own, close the main water supply to the house instead. Source: GE Appliances - Dishwasher Water Shut-Off Location
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
To keep dirty water from siphoning back into the dishwasher, the drain hose is run in a high loop (at least 32 inches high in GE's instructions) or through an air gap; an air gap is called for when local code requires it or when the drain connection sits less than 18 inches above the floor. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
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:
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. 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 Tamalpais-Homestead Valley, CA
Most dishwasher calls in Tamalpais-Homestead 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).
Questions to Ask a Tamalpais-Homestead Valley Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Tamalpais-Homestead Valley, CA
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Tamalpais-Homestead Valley faster and cheaper.