Most dishwasher breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the filter and drain path, the drain pump, the water inlet valve, the door latch and the controls. The Naugatuck list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Naugatuck
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Naugatuck. 1 list an address in Naugatuck, and the rest are spread across Waterbury (6), New Haven (6), and Shelton (5). Distances run up to about 14 miles. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 27 businesses. Nearest on the list: Ferrari's Appliance, around 0.5 miles out.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Naugatuck. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Listing Saturday hours | 36 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 4.2, 4.6 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Naugatuck: Moe Appliances Repair LLC (12.0 miles away, based in Wallingford, 4.9 stars from 1,419 reviews); My Appliance Repair LLC (9.8 miles away, based in Hamden, 5.0 stars from 91 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Landlord Contracting Inc. | Appliance Services | General Contracting | Construction Management | Apartment Reno (4.7 miles away, based in Waterbury, 4.3 stars from 85 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ferrari's Appliance (0.5 miles away, 4.8 stars from 267 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Naugatuck
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Naugatuck
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher not drying dishes.
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
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.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
Most dishwasher repairs involve one part and an hour or so of labor, which is why many are worth pricing before you shop for a new one. Published ranges:
- 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour 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.
Local Notes for Naugatuck
Most dishwasher calls in Naugatuck 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.
Connecticut's Department of Consumer Protection does not list a separate appliance repair license; work on gas piping, approved gas appliances and refrigeration systems falls under its heating, piping and cooling license categories. Source: Heating Piping and Cooling License Types and Scope of Work (CT Department of Consumer Protection)
In Connecticut, you can check a license with the CT Department of Consumer Protection: Verify a License or report a problem to the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Naugatuck
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Naugatuck, CT
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
What should I check before calling?
What should I do if my dishwasher is leaking?
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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 Naugatuck technician a trip for parts.