Most dishwasher breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the filter and drain path, the drain pump, the water inlet valve, the door latch and the controls. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Garrett and the DeKalb County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Garrett, IN
Our data shows 30 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Garrett. The rest are spread across Fort Wayne (22), Kendallville (2), and Columbia City (2). The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 2.8 miles away. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
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| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 30 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.8, 9.1, 9.7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 16 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
First up for Garrett: Burns Appliance Repair (16.9 miles away, based in Fort Wayne, 5.0 stars from 135 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (16.3 miles away, based in Fort Wayne, 4.3 stars from 162 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hagerman Appliance Parts & Service (9.7 miles away, based in Kendallville, 4.3 stars from 91 reviews); Elwood's Appliance Inc (23.1 miles away, based in Fort Wayne, 4.6 stars from 134 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Garrett
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher not filling with water.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
If the dishwasher has no working shut-off valve of its own, close the main water supply to the house instead. Source: GE Appliances - Dishwasher Water Shut-Off Location
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
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?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 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?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 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.
What Garrett Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Garrett 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.
Questions to Ask a Garrett Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Garrett, IN
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Before you call a Garrett 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.