A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. Below are the companies within reach of Gainesville, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Gainesville, FL
13 repair companies serve Gainesville from within 30 miles. 10 of them are based in Gainesville itself, and the rest are spread across Alachua (1), High Springs (1), and Citra (1). Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 11 businesses. The closest is Novariel Appliance Repair Gainesville, about 0.5 miles away.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Companies within 30 miles | 13 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 1.4, 1.5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
Closest matches for Gainesville: Burton's Appliance Service (1.4 miles away, 4.8 stars from 118 reviews); Avetis Appliance Repair Service (4.5 miles away, 4.8 stars from 128 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All Service All Affordable (2.5 miles away, 4.7 stars from 35 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (5.0 miles away, 4.6 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- An error code on the display
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher not drying dishes.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
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
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.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Gainesville
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 and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 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 Gainesville
Most dishwasher calls in Gainesville 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 Gainesville
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Gainesville, FL
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why are my dishes still wet?
Why won't my dishwasher drain?
What should I do if my dishwasher is leaking?
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Before you call a Gainesville technician, clean the filter at the bottom of the tub, run the kitchen faucet until the water is hot and check that the drain hose under the sink is not kinked. If the problem stays, have the model number ready.