When a dishwasher quits in Doraville, the first question is whether it is a clog you can clear yourself or a failed part, and that decides whether you need a technician at all. The Doraville list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Doraville
Within 30 miles of Doraville there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Atlanta (21), Norcross (3), and Sandy Springs (3). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 31 businesses. The closest is Flamingo Appliance Service of Georgia, about 0.7 miles away.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Doraville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 1.5, 1.9 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
At the top of the Doraville list: Comfort Appliance Repair of Atlanta (3.0 miles away, based in Chamblee, 4.9 stars from 1,720 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Jaguar Installation (7.6 miles away, based in Atlanta, 4.7 stars from 613 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Fixer Appliance Repair of Atlanta (3.9 miles away, based in Atlanta, 5.0 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours); G-Vac Allergy (1.9 miles away, based in Atlanta, 4.8 stars from 24 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Doraville
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher not drying dishes.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
Before inspecting or working on a dishwasher, unplug it or switch off its circuit breaker. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
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:
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. 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 Doraville
Most dishwasher calls in Doraville 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.
Questions to Ask a Doraville Technician
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Doraville, GA
Is there anything I can try first?
Is my dishwasher worth fixing?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Doraville faster and cheaper.