A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention dishwashers at the top.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Abilene
12 repair companies serve Abilene from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Salina (5), Junction City (2), and Manhattan (2). Trejo Repair. is the nearest, roughly 21.3 miles from Abilene. The 11 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Abilene is inside its regular service area.
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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 12 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 21.3, 21.8, 22.3 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
First up for Abilene: Sears Appliance Repair (22.4 miles away, based in Junction City, 4.4 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.5 miles away, based in Salina, 4.5 stars from 78 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Doctor Appliance (22.3 miles away, based in Salina, 4.5 stars from 30 reviews); Suburban Services Center (22.3 miles away, based in Salina, 5.0 stars from 4 reviews).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- An error code on the display
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Abilene
What Gets Fixed on a Abilene Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher not drying dishes.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
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
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Abilene
Before replacing a dishwasher in Abilene, 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?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 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?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. 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 Abilene, KS
Most dishwasher calls in Abilene 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 Kansas, you can report a problem to the Kansas Attorney General Public Protection Division (Consumer Protection).
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Abilene
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Abilene, KS
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Dishwasher Repair by Brand in Abilene
Dishwasher Repair Near Abilene
A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Abilene faster and cheaper.