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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Key Largo and the Monroe County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Key Largo
We found 26 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Key Largo. 2 list an address in Key Largo, and other nearby bases include Homestead (15), Islamorada (3), and Naranja (2). Across 15 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Key Largo.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Key Largo. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 26 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 1.4, 15.8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 17 |
At the top of the Key Largo list: Sears Appliance Repair (0.8 miles away, 4.7 stars from 91 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Michaels Maintenance Appliance Service (19.0 miles away, based in Islamorada, 4.7 stars from 9 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A+ Prestige Appliance Service Inc. (15.8 miles away, based in Islamorada, 4.5 stars from 80 reviews); All Keys Appliance Service (1.4 miles away, 1.8 stars from 5 reviews).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Key Largo
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher not draining.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
A leak from the water supply line tends to show up as dampness under the front of the unit; leaks at the door often trace back to a dirty, loose or damaged gasket, a bent or loose latch, or a unit that is not level. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
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
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
Before replacing a dishwasher in Key Largo, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 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?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit 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.
Around Key Largo
Most dishwasher calls in Key Largo 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.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Key Largo
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Key Largo, FL
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Should I repair or replace my dishwasher?
How much does dishwasher repair cost in Key Largo?
Is there anything I can try first?
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Key Largo faster and cheaper.