Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. The Lake Placid list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Lake Placid
40 repair companies serve Lake Placid from within 60 miles. 2 of them are based in Lake Placid itself, and the rest are spread across Okeechobee (6), Punta Gorda (6), and North Fort Myers (5). Distances run up to about 51 miles. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars. Nearest on the list: Jersey Joe's Appliance Repair, around 1.9 miles out. Lake Placid is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lake Placid. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.9, 1.9, 6.0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
First up for Lake Placid: Mr. Appliance of Highlands, Hardee and Southern Polk County (10.3 miles away, based in Sebring, 4.9 stars from 548 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.1 miles away, based in Sebring, 4.7 stars from 55 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Aarons Appliance Services (6.0 miles away, based in Sebring, 3.7 stars from 32 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (33.4 miles away, based in Okeechobee, 4.7 stars from 321 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- An error code on the display
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Lake Placid Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher smells bad or dishwasher not cleaning 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
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
Before replacing a dishwasher in Lake Placid, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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.
Dishwasher Notes for Lake Placid, FL
Most dishwasher calls in Lake Placid 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 Lake Placid
- 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?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Lake Placid, FL
Is my dishwasher worth fixing?
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
Why are my dishes still wet?
Find Your Dishwasher Brand in Lake Placid
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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 Lake Placid technician a trip for parts.