Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Carol Stream and the DuPage County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Carol Stream, IL
40 repair companies serve Carol Stream from within 30 miles. 5 of them are based in Carol Stream itself, and other nearby bases include Wheaton (5), Glendale Heights (4), and Addison (4). Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. The closest is Lincoln Park Appliance Repair, about 0.5 miles away.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 34 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.9, 1.7 |
At the top of the Carol Stream list: Leonardi Appliance (15.3 miles away, based in Aurora, 4.8 stars from 289 reviews); Aslan Appliance Repair (6.1 miles away, based in Roselle, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SS Heating Cooling&Appliance (2.3 miles away, 5.0 stars from 212 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Top Appliance Repair Dundee (14.9 miles away, based in West Dundee, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher not drying 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
Built-in dishwashers are typically specified for their own properly grounded 120-volt branch circuit protected by a 15- or 20-amp breaker or time-delay fuse, with no extension cords or adapter plugs. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
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 Carol Stream
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:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 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?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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?
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.
Around Carol Stream
Most dishwasher calls in Carol Stream 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.
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How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Carol Stream
- 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?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Carol Stream, IL
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Why won't my dishwasher drain?
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Find Your Dishwasher Brand in Carol Stream
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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 Carol Stream technician a trip for parts.