Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. Below are the companies within reach of Lakeland, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Lakeland
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Lakeland. 16 of them are based in Lakeland itself, and the rest are spread across Zephyrhills (6), Winter Haven (5), and Plant City (2). The farthest listed company is about 22 miles out. The closest is Kevin Jenkins Appliance Specialists, about 0.8 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 30 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lakeland. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 1.0, 1.0 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
At the top of the Lakeland list: Sears Appliance Repair (26.9 miles away, based in Temple Terrace, 4.6 stars from 131 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Lakeland (1.9 miles away, 4.6 stars from 423 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hartman's Appliance Repair Lakeland (5.6 miles away, 4.7 stars from 158 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bay To Bay Appliance Repair (11.7 miles away, based in Plant City, 4.7 stars from 686 reviews).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- An error code on the display
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Lakeland
What Gets Fixed on a Lakeland Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher smells bad or dishwasher not filling with water.
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
A dishwasher must be grounded; if the home wiring lacks a ground or the plug does not fit the outlet, a licensed electrician should correct it rather than modifying the plug. Source: Whirlpool - Dishwasher User Instructions
To keep dirty water from siphoning back into the dishwasher, the drain hose is run in a high loop (at least 32 inches high in GE's instructions) or through an air gap; an air gap is called for when local code requires it or when the drain connection sits less than 18 inches above the floor. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Lakeland
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:
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
When an aging dishwasher no longer has manufacturer coverage and needs frequent or major repairs, start planning for a replacement. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Local Notes for Lakeland
Most dishwasher calls in Lakeland 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 Lakeland
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Lakeland, FL
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Before you call a Lakeland 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.