A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. Below are the companies within reach of Georgetown, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Georgetown
Our data shows 19 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Georgetown. 1 list an address in Georgetown, and other nearby bases include Lexington (9), Frankfort (4), and Winchester (3). 1 of them mentions dishwasher work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Mr. Appliance of Georgetown, around 0.8 miles out. Across 19 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
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| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 12.6, 13.1 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 19 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
At the top of the Georgetown list: Sears Appliance Repair (15.0 miles away, based in Versailles, 4.6 stars from 52 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Lexington KY (14.4 miles away, based in Lexington, 4.9 stars from 2,215 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Georgetown (0.8 miles away, 4.9 stars from 845 reviews); EJ's Appliance Repair (25.8 miles away, based in Winchester, 4.8 stars from 617 reviews).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Georgetown
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher not drying 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
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
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Georgetown
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:
- 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?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
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.
What Georgetown Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Georgetown 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.
Kentucky has no license category for appliance repair as such; the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction licenses trades such as HVAC (whose scope covers installing and repairing heating, burner and cooling systems), plumbing and electrical. Source: KRS 198B.650 Definitions (Kentucky Legislative Research Commission)
In Kentucky, you can check a license with the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction License Search and Verification or report a problem to the Kentucky Attorney General, Office of Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Georgetown 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: Georgetown, KY
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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 Georgetown technician a trip for parts.