Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. Below are the companies within reach of Monticello, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Monticello, KY
Our data shows 26 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Monticello. 2 list an address in Monticello, and other nearby bases include Danville (5), Somerset (3), and Corbin (3). Distances run up to about 58 miles. The closest is Guardian Appliance Repair Experts, about 0.8 miles away. Across 26 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars. Monticello is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Companies within 60 miles | 26 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 18 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 1.0, 18.8 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
The leading options for Monticello are Sears Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, 3.7 stars from 18 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Campbellsville, Somerset, and Corbin (21.5 miles away, based in Somerset, 5.0 stars from 68 reviews); Guardian Appliance Repair Experts (0.8 miles away, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.6 miles away, based in Russell Springs, 4.7 stars from 36 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Monticello
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Monticello
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
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
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.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Monticello
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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.
Around Monticello
Most dishwasher calls in Monticello 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.
Before You Book in Monticello
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
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Before you call a Monticello 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.