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 Columbus list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Columbus
We found 18 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Columbus. 11 list an address in Columbus, and the rest are spread across Phenix City (3), Valley (2), and Fortson (1). Distances run up to about 29 miles. A-co Appliance is the nearest, roughly 2.9 miles from Columbus. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 17 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Columbus. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Companies within 30 miles | 18 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.9, 4.7, 5.3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 12 |
Closest matches for Columbus: A-co Appliance (2.9 miles away, 4.5 stars from 161 reviews, lists Saturday hours); One Choice Appliance Repair LLC (11.7 miles away, based in Phenix City, 4.7 stars from 652 reviews); Cascade Appliance Repair Solutions (5.3 miles away, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Green's Appliance LLC (7.6 miles away, 4.7 stars from 102 reviews).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
Why Dishwashers Break Down
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher smells bad or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
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.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Columbus
Before replacing a dishwasher in Columbus, 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?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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?
- 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.
Dishwasher Notes for Columbus, GA
Most dishwasher calls in Columbus 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.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Columbus
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- 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?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Columbus, GA
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Columbus faster and cheaper.