When a dishwasher quits in Basalt, 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. Below are the companies within reach of Basalt, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Basalt, CO
15 repair companies serve Basalt from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Edwards (2), Avon (2), and Leadville (2). 2 of them mention dishwasher work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: westernslope.appliance, around 18.4 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 3.4 stars across 14 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Basalt is inside its regular service area.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 15 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 2 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 18.4, 19.9, 21.3 |
At the top of the Basalt list: T & S Appliance Repair. (19.9 miles away, based in Gypsum, 3.8 stars from 20 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (57.1 miles away, based in Gunnison, 1.0 stars from 1 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Vail, Aspen, and Glenwood (34.5 miles away, based in Avon, 4.9 stars from 256 reviews); Andy's Appliance Repair (40.5 miles away, based in Leadville, 5.0 stars from 19 reviews).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Basalt
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Basalt
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher smells bad.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
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.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Basalt
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $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?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 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?
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.
Around Basalt
Most dishwasher calls in Basalt 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.
Colorado's Division of Professions and Occupations has no appliance repair license; its trade licenses cover plumbing and electrical work. Source: Occupational Professions (Colorado DORA Division of Professions and Occupations)
In Colorado, you can check a license with the Colorado DORA License Lookup or report a problem to the Colorado Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Basalt
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Basalt, CO
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Brand-Specific Dishwasher Repair, Basalt
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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 Basalt technician a trip for parts.