When a dishwasher quits in Plano, 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. Below are the companies within reach of Plano, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Plano, IL
Within 30 miles of Plano there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Plano, and the rest are spread across Aurora (24), Plainfield (5), and Oswego (3). The farthest listed company is about 17 miles out. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.0 miles away. Of those, 1 mentions dishwasher work by name. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Plano. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 9.5, 9.8 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
At the top of the Plano list: Leonardi Appliance (11.6 miles away, based in Aurora, 4.8 stars from 289 reviews); Homebears inc. (17.2 miles away, based in Naperville, 4.8 stars from 76 reviews, lists Saturday hours); NextFix Appliance Repair And Service, Inc (16.7 miles away, based in Plainfield, 4.9 stars from 91 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quick Appliance Repair Aurora (13.0 miles away, based in Aurora, 4.5 stars from 50 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
Why Dishwashers Break Down
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher not draining.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
Before inspecting or working on a dishwasher, unplug it or switch off its circuit breaker. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
When a dishwasher drains into a garbage disposer, the disposer's drain plug must be knocked out first; if it is left in, the dishwasher will not drain. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
Most dishwasher repairs involve one part and an hour or so of labor, which is why many are worth pricing before you shop for a new one. Published ranges:
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit 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 Plano, IL
Most dishwasher calls in Plano 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.
Before You Book in Plano
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Plano, IL
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Before you call a Plano 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.