Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. 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 Repair Companies Near Columbia
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Columbia. 1 list an address in Columbia, and the rest are spread across St. Louis (21), Belleville (4), and Fairview Heights (3). The farthest listed company is about 17 miles out. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. The closest is Harres Home, about 1.3 miles away.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Columbia. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.3, 5.6, 6.4 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
First up for Columbia: Midwest Appliance Repair, LLC (28.5 miles away, based in De Soto, 5.0 stars from 1,596 reviews); Hoffmann Brothers (13.3 miles away, based in Brentwood, 4.9 stars from 11,938 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Harres Home (1.3 miles away, 4.9 stars from 314 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hoffmann Brothers (11.4 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.9 stars from 5,162 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
Why Dishwashers Break Down
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Columbia
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher smells bad or dishwasher not drying dishes.
Water, Power and Safety First
A leak from the water supply line tends to show up as dampness under the front of the unit; leaks at the door often trace back to a dirty, loose or damaged gasket, a bent or loose latch, or a unit that is not level. 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?
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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?
- 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?
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.
Around Columbia
Most dishwasher calls in Columbia 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.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Columbia
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Columbia, IL
How do I get rid of a dishwasher odor?
What should I check before calling?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Should I repair or replace my dishwasher?
Brand-Specific Dishwasher Repair, Columbia
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Before you call a Columbia 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.