A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. Below are the companies within reach of Berkeley, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Berkeley
Within 30 miles of Berkeley there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Berkeley itself, and the rest are spread across Elmhurst (6), Melrose Park (3), and Oak Park (3). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. Berkeley Appliance Repair Pros is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Berkeley. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 1.4, 1.6 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 36 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
First up for Berkeley: Leonardi Appliance (23.5 miles away, based in Aurora, 4.8 stars from 289 reviews); Act Fast Appliance Repair (3.5 miles away, based in Elmhurst, 4.7 stars from 353 reviews); Alsip Appliance Repair (17.5 miles away, based in Alsip, 3.3 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); IVAN Appliance Repairs (5.1 miles away, based in Elmwood Park, 4.7 stars from 295 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- An error code on the display
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Berkeley Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher smells bad or dishwasher not draining.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
If the dishwasher has no working shut-off valve of its own, close the main water supply to the house instead. 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:
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. 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 Berkeley
Most dishwasher calls in Berkeley 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.
In Illinois, you can check a license with the Illinois Department of Public Health Plumber License Search or report a problem to the Illinois Attorney General Consumer Fraud Bureau.
Before You Book in Berkeley
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Berkeley, IL
How do I get rid of a dishwasher odor?
Why won't my dishwasher drain?
Do you cover Berkeley and nearby towns?
Is there anything I can try first?
Find Your Dishwasher Brand in Berkeley
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Before you call a Berkeley 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.