When a dishwasher quits in Apopka, 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 Apopka, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Apopka
40 repair companies serve Apopka from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Apopka, and other nearby bases include Orlando (10), Longwood (4), and Altamonte Springs (4). Distances run up to about 13 miles. The closest is Best Apopka Appliance Repair, about 2.7 miles away. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 37 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.7, 6.9, 7.2 |
First up for Apopka: Aggressive Appliances (12.0 miles away, based in Orlando, 4.9 stars from 1,919 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Alpha Appliance Repair (11.7 miles away, based in Lake Mary, 4.9 stars from 123 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hartman's Appliance Repair (10.3 miles away, based in Orlando, 4.8 stars from 982 reviews, lists Saturday hours); RoadRunner Appliance Repair (7.3 miles away, based in Mt Dora, 4.8 stars from 302 reviews).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher smells bad.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
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:
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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.
Around Apopka
Most dishwasher calls in Apopka 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.
Florida's construction licensing guidance says that paid work such as installing a dishwasher connected to drinking water or replacing a water heater requires a licensed contractor, and that a local business tax receipt or certificate of competency may also apply; it does not describe a separate state appliance repair license. Source: DBPR License Requirements and Exemptions (Construction Industry Licensing Board), posted by Columbia County
In Florida, you can check a license with the DBPR Verify a License (MyFloridaLicense.com) or report a problem to the Florida Attorney General, Office of Citizen Services / Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Apopka
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Apopka, FL
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Why is there standing water in my dishwasher?
Is my dishwasher worth fixing?
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Apopka faster and cheaper.