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 Bainbridge and the Decatur County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Bainbridge
We found 33 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Bainbridge. 1 of them are based in Bainbridge itself, and other nearby bases include Tallahassee (9), Thomasville (4), and Albany (4). Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 32 businesses. Cook's Appliance Services Inc is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from Bainbridge. Bainbridge is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Bainbridge. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 33 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 19 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 20.1, 21.7 |
At the top of the Bainbridge list: Cook's Appliance Services Inc (0.2 miles away, 3.5 stars from 85 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Tallahassee (34.1 miles away, based in Tallahassee, 4.7 stars from 445 reviews); Coleman's Appliance Repair (20.1 miles away, based in Cairo, 4.7 stars from 9 reviews); Vigilant Appliance Repair Crew (21.7 miles away, based in Cairo, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- An error code on the display
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher not draining.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
If the dishwasher has no working shut-off valve of its own, close the main water supply to the house instead. 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.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a dishwasher in Bainbridge, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour 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 Bainbridge
Most dishwasher calls in Bainbridge 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.
Georgia has no appliance repair license; the Secretary of State's construction-related licensing boards cover conditioned air, electrical, plumbing, low voltage, utility and residential/general contractors, with no separate appliance category. Source: Georgia Licensing Boards (Georgia Secretary of State)
In Georgia, you can check a license with the Georgia Secretary of State Licensing Division License Lookup or report a problem to the Georgia Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Bainbridge
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Bainbridge faster and cheaper.