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 Pontiac and the Livingston County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Pontiac, IL
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Pontiac. The rest are spread across Bloomington (14), Ottawa (3), and Normal (2). Distances run up to about 51 miles. The closest is Dave's Appliance Repair, about 12.2 miles away. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars. Pontiac is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 36 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 12.2, 30.1, 30.4 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 60 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
First up for Pontiac: Chambers Services (34.6 miles away, based in Bloomington, 4.8 stars from 1,926 reviews); J T's Appliance Repair (36.0 miles away, based in Bloomington, 4.9 stars from 278 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Bloomington (33.1 miles away, based in Bloomington, 4.7 stars from 733 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Big Lar's Appliance Repair (30.4 miles away, based in Normal, 5.0 stars from 107 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Pontiac
What Gets Fixed on a Pontiac Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher smells bad.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
Shut off the dishwasher's water supply during repairs or whenever it is leaking; the valve is usually under the kitchen sink on the branch line that runs to the dishwasher, and it closes by turning clockwise. Source: GE Appliances - Dishwasher Water Shut-Off Location
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.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Pontiac
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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.
Around Pontiac
Most dishwasher calls in Pontiac 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 Pontiac Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Pontiac, IL
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Pontiac faster and cheaper.