A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. The Derby list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Derby
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Derby. Other nearby bases include Thornton (13), Denver (8), and Westminster (8). Distances run up to about 8 miles. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars. The closest is Rick's Appliance Sales & Service, about 0.9 miles away.
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.
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.9, 1.9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
At the top of the Derby list: Appliance Factory (7.8 miles away, based in Westminster, 4.6 stars from 1,109 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Repair Porter Inc - Cherry Creek (8.6 miles away, based in Denver, 4.9 stars from 15 reviews, lists Saturday hours); FiXiFY Appliance Repair (4.1 miles away, based in Denver, 4.9 stars from 125 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Denver Rapid Appliance Repair (5.2 miles away, based in Denver, 4.9 stars from 192 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- An error code on the display
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
Why Dishwashers Break Down
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher not draining.
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
Before inspecting or working on a dishwasher, unplug it or switch off its circuit breaker. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
Keep the drain hose free of kinks, twists and pinches, and follow local plumbing codes for the drain connection. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Derby
Before replacing a dishwasher in Derby, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 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?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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 Derby
Most dishwasher calls in Derby 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.
Before You Book in Derby
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Derby, CO
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Brand-Specific Dishwasher Repair, Derby
Dishwasher Repair Near Derby
Before you call a Derby 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.