When a dishwasher quits in New Britain, 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. Below are the companies within reach of New Britain, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near New Britain
40 repair companies serve New Britain from within 30 miles. 5 of them are based in New Britain itself, and other nearby bases include Hartford (9), Meriden (7), and Glastonbury (4). Distances run up to about 11 miles. Across 26 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. The closest is A Plus Appliance Repair New Britain, about 0.5 miles away.
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| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.6, 0.8 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
The leading options for New Britain are Ferrari's Appliance (2.3 miles away, based in Newington, 4.9 stars from 106 reviews, lists Saturday hours); KJ Brands Appliance (1.6 miles away, 4.7 stars from 66 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Discotto Appliance Repair (0.8 miles away, 4.7 stars from 24 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.1 miles away, based in Newington, 4.5 stars from 118 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in New Britain
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher smells bad or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
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
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.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
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:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. 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 New Britain, CT
Most dishwasher calls in New Britain 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 New Britain
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: New Britain, CT
Should I repair or replace my dishwasher?
Why are my dishes still wet?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Dishwasher Repair by Brand in New Britain
Dishwasher Repair Near New Britain
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 New Britain technician a trip for parts.