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. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention dishwashers at the top.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Sylvester, GA
Our data shows 16 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Sylvester. 1 list an address in Sylvester, and the rest are spread across Tifton (5), Albany (4), and Leesburg (3). The farthest listed company is about 25 miles out. Across 16 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. A-1 Appliance & Refrigeration is the nearest, roughly 9.3 miles from Sylvester.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Sylvester. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 9.3, 16.5, 18.7 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 11 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 16 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
Closest matches for Sylvester: SOUTHERN APPLIANCES (20.1 miles away, based in Tifton, 4.7 stars from 196 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (18.7 miles away, based in Tifton, 4.8 stars from 90 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (23.0 miles away, based in Albany, 4.7 stars from 130 reviews, lists Saturday hours); American Appliance Sales & Service (19.9 miles away, based in Tifton, 5.0 stars from 21 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
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Sylvester
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Sylvester
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher not drying dishes.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
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
Keep the drain hose free of kinks, twists and pinches, and follow local plumbing codes for the drain connection. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Sylvester
Before replacing a dishwasher in Sylvester, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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.
What Sylvester Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Sylvester 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 Sylvester
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Sylvester, GA
Why won't my dishwasher drain?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Should I repair or replace my dishwasher?
Brand-Specific Dishwasher Repair, Sylvester
Dishwasher Repair Near Sylvester
A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Sylvester faster and cheaper.