A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. Below are the companies within reach of Boulder, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Boulder, CO
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Boulder. 6 of them are based in Boulder itself, and the rest are spread across Westminster (8), Longmont (7), and Broomfield (6). Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars. The closest is Best Boulder Appliance Repair, about 0.1 miles away.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Boulder. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.1, 0.7, 2.0 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
The leading options for Boulder are Appliance Factory (15.4 miles away, based in Westminster, 4.6 stars from 1,109 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Repair Porter Inc - Cherry Creek (26.5 miles away, based in Denver, 4.9 stars from 15 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Boulder (2.5 miles away, 4.8 stars from 598 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Columbine Appliance & Fireplaces (10.5 miles away, based in Erie, 4.8 stars from 2,693 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Boulder
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Boulder
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher not filling with water.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
A dishwasher must be grounded; if the home wiring lacks a ground or the plug does not fit the outlet, a licensed electrician should correct it rather than modifying the plug. Source: Whirlpool - Dishwasher User Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
Before replacing a dishwasher in Boulder, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- 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?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 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?
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.
What Boulder Owners Should Know
City of Boulder Utilities, which supplies Boulder, reports hardness of 42 mg/L average (about 2.4 grains per gallon) — soft. Hard water leaves spots and film on glasses and builds up on dishwasher spray arms and inlet screens, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: City of Boulder: Drinking Water Quality Monitoring Program
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.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Boulder
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
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Before you call a Boulder technician, clean the filter at the bottom of the tub, run the kitchen faucet until the water is hot and check that the drain hose under the sink is not kinked. If the problem stays, have the model number ready.