When a dishwasher quits in Hickam Housing, 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 Hickam Housing and the Honolulu County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Hickam Housing
Our data shows 39 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Hickam Housing. The rest are spread across Honolulu (19), Aiea (3), and Waipahu (3). Distances run up to about 20 miles. The closest is PACIFIC ICE SERVICES INC, about 2.0 miles away. The 34 rated companies in range average 3.9 stars.
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.
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.0, 2.7, 3.1 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 39 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 24 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
Closest matches for Hickam Housing: Sears Appliance Repair (10.9 miles away, based in Kaneohe, 4.8 stars from 285 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.3 miles away, based in Honolulu, 4.6 stars from 341 reviews, lists Saturday hours); PACIFIC ICE SERVICES INC (2.0 miles away, based in Honolulu, 4.9 stars from 105 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Nextera Appliance Repair Service Llc. (5.9 miles away, based in Waipahu, 5.0 stars from 28 reviews).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Hickam Housing
What Gets Fixed on a Hickam Housing Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher smells bad.
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
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 Hickam Housing
Before replacing a dishwasher in Hickam Housing, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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.
Local Notes for Hickam Housing
Most dishwasher calls in Hickam Housing 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).
Before You Book in Hickam Housing
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Hickam Housing, HI
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Hickam Housing faster and cheaper.