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. Below are the companies within reach of Pocatello, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Pocatello, ID
Our data shows 12 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Pocatello. 3 of them are based in Pocatello itself, and the rest are spread across Idaho Falls (4), Blackfoot (3), and American Falls (1). Across 12 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Tucker's Appliance Parts & ServiCenter is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from Pocatello. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Pocatello is inside its regular service area.
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| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 0.6, 4.8 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 8 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 12 |
The leading options for Pocatello are Tucker's Appliance Parts & ServiCenter (0.2 miles away, 4.5 stars from 164 reviews); Kevin's Appliance Repair Service (4.8 miles away, 4.8 stars from 106 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (0.6 miles away, 4.7 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Steven's Appliance Services (24.1 miles away, based in Blackfoot, 5.0 stars from 292 reviews).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Pocatello
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
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
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 Pocatello
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:
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$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 replacement: $150–$400 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?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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 Pocatello
Most dishwasher calls in Pocatello 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.
Idaho's Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses does not list appliance repair as a licensed profession; gas piping and gas appliance work falls under the state's HVAC licensing, which includes specialty licenses for those trades. Source: Is My Profession Licensed? - Idaho DOPL
In Idaho, you can check a license with the Idaho DOPL Search for a License or Registration or report a problem to the Idaho Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Pocatello Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Pocatello, ID
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Write down the model and serial number from the label on the edge of the dishwasher door or tub opening, and note any error code or blinking lights. It saves a Pocatello technician a trip for parts.