When a dishwasher quits in Haiku-Pauwela, 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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Haiku-Pauwela and the Maui County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Haiku-Pauwela, HI
Our data shows 5 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Haiku-Pauwela. The rest are spread across Lahaina (2), Makawao (1), and Kahului (1). Distances run up to about 24 miles. Across 3 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars. The closest is Kelly's Appliance Repair LLC, about 7.1 miles away. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Haiku-Pauwela is inside its regular service area.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Listing Saturday hours | 2 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 7.1, 11.3, 13.2 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 5 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
The leading options for Haiku-Pauwela are Sears Appliance Repair (11.3 miles away, based in Kahului, 4.7 stars from 395 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Kelly's Appliance Repair LLC (7.1 miles away, based in Makawao, 4.7 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Malama Appliance Repair (24.2 miles away, based in Lahaina, 4.9 stars from 370 reviews); almost anything (13.2 miles away, based in Wailuku).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- An error code on the display
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
Why Dishwashers Break Down
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher smells bad or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
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
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
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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.
Local Notes for Haiku-Pauwela
Most dishwasher calls in Haiku-Pauwela 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.
Hawaii has no appliance repair license classification; the Contractors License Board's specialty classifications cover related trades such as plumbing (including fuel gas piping), refrigeration, and ventilating and air conditioning, and a contractor license applies to jobs that need a building, electrical or plumbing permit. Source: Description of Contractor License Classifications (Hawaii DCCA Contractors License Board)
In Hawaii, you can check a license with the Hawaii DCCA Professional and Vocational Licensing public license search or report a problem to the Hawaii DCCA Regulated Industries Complaints Office (RICO).
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Haiku-Pauwela
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Haiku-Pauwela, HI
Why does my dishwasher smell?
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Brand-Specific Dishwasher Repair, Haiku-Pauwela
Dishwasher Repair Near Haiku-Pauwela
A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Haiku-Pauwela faster and cheaper.