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. The Ulysses list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Ulysses, KS
Within 75 miles of Ulysses there are 6 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Garden City (2), Liberal (2), and Guymon (1). Nearest on the list: Service Guard, around 37.5 miles out. 1 of them mentions dishwasher work in their listing or website. Across 5 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.9 stars. Ulysses is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Ulysses. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 37.5, 38.4, 43.6 |
| Companies within 75 miles | 6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 1 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
At the top of the Ulysses list: Sears Appliance Repair (61.1 miles away, based in Guymon, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Pro (38.4 miles away, based in Garden City, 4.0 stars from 8 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Service Guard (37.5 miles away, based in Garden City, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Service Guard (43.6 miles away, based in Liberal, 1.0 stars from 1 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Ulysses Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher smells bad.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
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.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a dishwasher in Ulysses, 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?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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 Ulysses
Most dishwasher calls in Ulysses 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).
Questions to Ask a Ulysses Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Ulysses, KS
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Write down the model and serial number from the label on the edge of the dishwasher door or tub opening, and note any error code or blinking lights. It saves a Ulysses technician a trip for parts.