A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Lihue and the Kauai County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Lihue, HI
We found 6 appliance repair companies within 92 miles of Lihue. 1 list an address in Lihue, and the rest are spread across Wahiawa (2), Kekaha (1), and Waianae (1). Distances run up to about 91 miles. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.5 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.0 stars across 6 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Lihue is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lihue. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.5, 26.5, 81.8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 2 |
| Repair companies inside 92 miles | 6 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
First up for Lihue: Sears Appliance Repair (1.5 miles away, 4.4 stars from 105 reviews, lists Saturday hours); RC Appliance Repair (26.5 miles away, based in Kekaha, 4.3 stars from 6 reviews); Ocean Appliances & AC Repairs Inc.. (84.4 miles away, based in Waialua, 4.7 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Makaha Appliance Repair (81.8 miles away, based in Waianae, 1.6 stars from 13 reviews).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
Why Dishwashers Break Down
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher not draining.
Water, Power and Safety First
Shut off the dishwasher's water supply during repairs or whenever it is leaking; the valve is usually under the kitchen sink on the branch line that runs to the dishwasher, and it closes by turning clockwise. Source: GE Appliances - Dishwasher Water Shut-Off Location
A dishwasher must be grounded; if the home wiring lacks a ground or the plug does not fit the outlet, a licensed electrician should correct it rather than modifying the plug. Source: Whirlpool - Dishwasher User Instructions
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:
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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?
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 Lihue
Most dishwasher calls in Lihue 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).
Questions to Ask a Lihue Technician
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Lihue, HI
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Lihue faster and cheaper.