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 Murphysboro and the Jackson County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Murphysboro
Within 60 miles of Murphysboro there are 18 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Murphysboro, and the rest are spread across Centralia (3), Marion (2), and Paducah (2). The farthest listed company is about 59 miles out. The closest is Gillenberg Sales & Service, about 0.8 miles away. 2 of them mention dishwasher work in their listing or website. The 17 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars. Murphysboro is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Murphysboro. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Listing Saturday hours | 9 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 2 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 18 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 2 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 6.5, 16.8 |
The leading options for Murphysboro are Mid America Services (6.5 miles away, based in Carbondale, 4.3 stars from 155 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (30.4 miles away, based in Perryville, 4.6 stars from 132 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Wizard (22.1 miles away, based in Marion, 4.8 stars from 1,351 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.4 miles away, based in Marion, 4.4 stars from 142 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
Why Dishwashers Break Down
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher not cleaning 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
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
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- 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?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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.
What Murphysboro Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Murphysboro 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 Murphysboro
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Murphysboro, IL
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
What does a dishwasher repair usually cost?
Dishwasher Repair by Brand in Murphysboro
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Murphysboro faster and cheaper.