When a dishwasher quits in Fruitvale, 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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Fruitvale and the Mesa County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Fruitvale, CO
We found 12 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Fruitvale. The rest are spread across Grand Junction (12). Across 11 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.9 stars. Affordable Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Fruitvale.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 1.2, 1.8 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 12 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 4 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
The leading options for Fruitvale are Century Appliance, LLC (7.4 miles away, based in Grand Junction, 4.4 stars from 108 reviews); Affordable Appliance Repair (0.7 miles away, based in Grand Junction, 4.6 stars from 36 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Home Appliance Repair & Sales (4.7 miles away, based in Grand Junction, 3.7 stars from 55 reviews); Action Maintenance Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, based in Grand Junction, 4.9 stars from 24 reviews).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Fruitvale
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher smells bad.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
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
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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?
- 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.
Dishwasher Notes for Fruitvale, CO
Most dishwasher calls in Fruitvale 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.
Questions to Ask a Fruitvale Technician
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Fruitvale, CO
Is there anything I can try first?
Why is there standing water in my dishwasher?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
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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 Fruitvale technician a trip for parts.