When a dishwasher quits in Lake in the Hills, the first question is whether it is a clog you can clear yourself or a failed part, and that decides whether you need a technician at all. 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.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Lake in the Hills
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Lake in the Hills. 6 of them are based in Lake in the Hills itself, and the rest are spread across Elgin (11), Crystal Lake (3), and Carpentersville (3). Distances run up to about 14 miles. Nearest on the list: Reliafix Appliance & HVAC, around 0.4 miles out. Of those, 2 mention dishwasher work by name. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.9, 1.0 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Lake in the Hills: Superior Appliance Repair Wauconda (11.1 miles away, based in Wauconda, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews); Top Appliance Repair Dundee (7.0 miles away, based in West Dundee, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews); Appliance Marshall Repair (5.0 miles away, based in Cary, 4.9 stars from 1,008 reviews); Top Tier Appliance Repair (10.0 miles away, based in Elgin, 4.9 stars from 283 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- An error code on the display
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Lake in the Hills
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Lake in the Hills
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher not draining.
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?
Before replacing a dishwasher in Lake in the Hills, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- 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?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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.
Local Notes for Lake in the Hills
Most dishwasher calls in Lake in the Hills 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 Lake in the Hills Technician
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Lake in the Hills, IL
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Dishwasher Repair by Brand in Lake in the Hills
Dishwasher Repair Near Lake in the Hills
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 Lake in the Hills technician a trip for parts.