When a dishwasher quits in McHenry, 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.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near McHenry
Within 30 miles of McHenry there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 of them are based in McHenry itself, and other nearby bases include Lake in the Hills (6), Crystal Lake (3), and Carpentersville (3). Distances run up to about 15 miles. Of those, 1 mentions dishwasher work by name. Priority Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from McHenry. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 36 businesses.
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.
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 24 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 2 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 1.4, 1.6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
At the top of the McHenry list: Lyle's TV & Appliance (26.2 miles away, based in Elkhorn, 4.1 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Superior Appliance Repair Wauconda (9.0 miles away, based in Wauconda, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews); IyJ Appliance Repairs (24.5 miles away, based in Beach Park, 4.3 stars from 39 reviews); Top Appliance Repair Dundee (16.6 miles away, based in West Dundee, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher smells bad 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
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
Keep the drain hose free of kinks, twists and pinches, and follow local plumbing codes for the drain connection. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a dishwasher in McHenry, 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?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. 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.
Dishwasher Notes for McHenry, IL
Most dishwasher calls in McHenry 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.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in McHenry
- 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?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: McHenry, IL
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in McHenry faster and cheaper.