Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Golden and the Jefferson County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Golden
40 repair companies serve Golden from within 30 miles. 5 of them are based in Golden itself, and other nearby bases include Arvada (18), Lakewood (9), and Wheat Ridge (5). Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 36 businesses. Alpha Golden Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from Golden.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 1.1, 2.4 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
Closest matches for Golden: Appliance Factory (11.3 miles away, based in Westminster, 4.6 stars from 1,109 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Repair Porter Inc - Cherry Creek (13.8 miles away, based in Denver, 4.9 stars from 15 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lee's Appliance & Refrigeration Service (9.2 miles away, based in Arvada, 4.8 stars from 1,117 reviews); Always Affordable Appliance Repair (8.4 miles away, based in Arvada, 4.9 stars from 68 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Golden
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher smells bad.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
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
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
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.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
Before replacing a dishwasher in Golden, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 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?
- 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.
Around Golden
Most dishwasher calls in Golden 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.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Golden
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Golden, CO
Should I repair or replace my dishwasher?
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Why does my dishwasher smell?
How much does dishwasher repair cost in Golden?
Brand-Specific Dishwasher Repair, Golden
Dishwasher Repair Near Golden
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 Golden technician a trip for parts.