Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. The Jacksonville list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Jacksonville, IL
We found 34 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Jacksonville. 1 list an address in Jacksonville, and the rest are spread across Springfield (9), Alton (4), and Jerseyville (3). Distances run up to about 58 miles. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 0.8 miles away. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Jacksonville is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 34 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 21 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 22.6, 24.9 |
The leading options for Jacksonville are Sears Appliance Repair (0.8 miles away, 4.3 stars from 45 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dick Van Dyke Appliance World (27.0 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.5 stars from 1,739 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Gibbel Home Services - HVAC, Electric, Appliances (36.7 miles away, based in Carlinville, 4.9 stars from 597 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (28.2 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.4 stars from 95 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- An error code on the display
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Jacksonville
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher smells bad.
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
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
To keep dirty water from siphoning back into the dishwasher, the drain hose is run in a high loop (at least 32 inches high in GE's instructions) or through an air gap; an air gap is called for when local code requires it or when the drain connection sits less than 18 inches above the floor. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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 Jacksonville
Most dishwasher calls in Jacksonville 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.
Questions to Ask a Jacksonville Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Jacksonville, IL
What should I check before calling?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
What should I do if my dishwasher is leaking?
Dishwasher Repair by Brand in Jacksonville
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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 Jacksonville technician a trip for parts.