Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention dishwashers at the top.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Thousand Palms, CA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Thousand Palms. 2 list an address in Thousand Palms, and the rest are spread across Palm Desert (11), Palm Springs (11), and Indio (6). Distances run up to about 12 miles. Nearest on the list: Thousand Palms Appliance Repair Tech, around 2.1 miles out. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
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| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 46 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.1, 2.6, 4.2 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 28 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
First up for Thousand Palms: Synergy Appliance Repair (4.8 miles away, based in Palm Desert, 5.0 stars from 125 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Multi Appliance Repair - Palm Springs, CA (8.3 miles away, based in Palm Springs, 4.6 stars from 326 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Inc. (11.3 miles away, based in Palm Springs, 4.7 stars from 230 reviews); Quick n' Easy Appliance Service (4.7 miles away, based in Palm Desert, 4.8 stars from 601 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
Why Dishwashers Break Down
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Thousand Palms
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
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
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.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Thousand Palms
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:
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
When an aging dishwasher no longer has manufacturer coverage and needs frequent or major repairs, start planning for a replacement. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Local Notes for Thousand Palms
Most dishwasher calls in Thousand Palms 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 Thousand Palms
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Thousand Palms, 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 Thousand Palms technician a trip for parts.