When a dishwasher quits in Dubuque, 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. 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.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Dubuque
Our data shows 36 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Dubuque. 5 of them are based in Dubuque itself, and other nearby bases include Freeport (6), Marion (4), and Cedar Rapids (4). Of those, 1 mentions dishwasher work by name. Gateway Appliance Sales & Service is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Dubuque. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 36 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Dubuque is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Dubuque. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 1.2, 1.4 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 36 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 22 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
At the top of the Dubuque list: Parker Appliance Repair Professionals (44.1 miles away, based in Martelle, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Scotty's Appliance & Repair (21.6 miles away, based in Dyersville, 4.9 stars from 163 reviews); The Appliance Guy (1.2 miles away, 4.8 stars from 18 reviews); Gateway Appliance Sales & Service (0.8 miles away, 4.6 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- 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
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Dubuque
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher smells bad.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
Before inspecting or working on a dishwasher, unplug it or switch off its circuit breaker. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
When a dishwasher drains into a garbage disposer, the disposer's drain plug must be knocked out first; if it is left in, the dishwasher will not drain. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Dubuque
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
When an aging dishwasher no longer has manufacturer coverage and needs frequent or major repairs, start planning for a replacement. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Local Notes for Dubuque
Most dishwasher calls in Dubuque 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.
Iowa does not issue a general appliance repair technician license; the Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board licenses plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration and hydronic work, and state law carves out a special restricted license only for utility employees who repair appliances. Source: Iowa Code Chapter 105, Plumbers, Mechanical Professionals, and Contractors
In Iowa, you can check a license with the Iowa DIAL Find a Record or License (Plumbing & Mechanical Systems Board public search) or report a problem to the Iowa Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Dubuque
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Dubuque, IA
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Dishwasher Repair Near Dubuque
Before you call a Dubuque technician, clean the filter at the bottom of the tub, run the kitchen faucet until the water is hot and check that the drain hose under the sink is not kinked. If the problem stays, have the model number ready.