A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Auburn and the DeKalb County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Auburn
Our data shows 30 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Auburn. 1 of them are based in Auburn itself, and other nearby bases include Fort Wayne (22), Kendallville (2), and Columbia City (2). The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 0.9 miles away. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 30 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 11.3, 12.1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 16 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
At the top of the Auburn list: Burns Appliance Repair (17.5 miles away, based in Fort Wayne, 5.0 stars from 135 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.8 miles away, based in Fort Wayne, 4.3 stars from 162 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Elwood's Appliance Inc (24.7 miles away, based in Fort Wayne, 4.6 stars from 134 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hagerman Appliance Parts & Service (12.1 miles away, based in Kendallville, 4.3 stars from 91 reviews).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- An error code on the display
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Auburn
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
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
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 Auburn, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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.
Around Auburn
Most dishwasher calls in Auburn 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 Indiana, you can check a license with the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency License Verification or report a problem to the Indiana Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Auburn
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Auburn, IN
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Auburn faster and cheaper.