Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Paducah and the McCracken County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Paducah, KY
We found 27 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Paducah. 7 of them are based in Paducah itself, and other nearby bases include Murray (3), Benton (2), and Marion (2). Distances run up to about 59 miles. The closest is Purchase Appliances Inc., about 0.9 miles away. Of those, 1 mentions dishwasher work by name. The 26 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Paducah is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Paducah. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 18 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 2.0, 2.4 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 27 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
Closest matches for Paducah: Mid America Services (55.7 miles away, based in Carbondale, 4.3 stars from 155 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (2.6 miles away, 4.3 stars from 139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Decks Appliance Repair (22.3 miles away, based in Mayfield, 4.7 stars from 77 reviews); Appliance Help Center (4.4 miles away, 4.4 stars from 65 reviews).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- An error code on the display
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Paducah
What Gets Fixed on a Paducah Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher smells bad.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
Shut off the dishwasher's water supply during repairs or whenever it is leaking; the valve is usually under the kitchen sink on the branch line that runs to the dishwasher, and it closes by turning clockwise. 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?
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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.
Dishwasher Notes for Paducah, KY
Most dishwasher calls in Paducah 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 Paducah
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Paducah, KY
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Before you call a Paducah 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.