When a dishwasher quits in Taylorville, 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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Taylorville and the Christian County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Taylorville, IL
17 repair companies serve Taylorville from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Springfield (9), Decatur (5), and Illiopolis (1). The closest is Affordable Appliance., about 22.0 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 15 businesses.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 17 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 22.0, 24.4, 25.2 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 14 |
First up for Taylorville: Dick Van Dyke Appliance World (28.3 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.5 stars from 1,739 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Eichenauer Services Inc (29.9 miles away, based in Decatur, 4.6 stars from 60 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ken's Appliance Service, Inc. (25.9 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.4 stars from 86 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (25.2 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.2 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher not filling with water.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
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.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Taylorville
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 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?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 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.
Local Notes for Taylorville
Most dishwasher calls in Taylorville 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 Taylorville Technician
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Taylorville, IL
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Dishwasher Repair by Brand in Taylorville
Dishwasher Repair Near Taylorville
A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Taylorville faster and cheaper.