A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. 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.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Canton, IL
18 repair companies serve Canton from within 30 miles. 3 list an address in Canton, and the rest are spread across Peoria (8), Pekin (3), and East Peoria (2). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. The 16 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. The closest is J&H Small Appliance Repair, about 0.6 miles away.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Canton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 12 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 18 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 1.2, 5.4 |
The leading options for Canton are Gorsuch Appliance (1.2 miles away, 4.1 stars from 45 reviews); J&H Small Appliance Repair (0.6 miles away, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (24.8 miles away, based in Peoria, 4.6 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AASAP Appliance Specialists (24.9 miles away, based in East Peoria, 4.9 stars from 238 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- An error code on the display
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Canton
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
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:
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit 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 Canton
Most dishwasher calls in Canton 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 Canton
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Canton, IL
Why are my dishes still wet?
Should I repair or replace my dishwasher?
What does a dishwasher repair usually cost?
Can a dishwasher leak damage my floor?
Brand-Specific Dishwasher Repair, Canton
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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 Canton technician a trip for parts.