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 St. Matthews list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Dishwasher Repair in St. Matthews, KY
38 repair companies serve St. Matthews from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Louisville (20), Clarksville (5), and Jeffersonville (3). Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 1.6 miles out. Of those, 1 mentions dishwasher work by name. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 26 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 38 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.6, 2.3, 3.3 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
At the top of the St. Matthews list: Bodewell Appliances (3.3 miles away, based in Lyndon, 4.8 stars from 9,212 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Superior Appliance Services (17.0 miles away, based in Charlestown, 5.0 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Superior Appliance Services LLC (9.1 miles away, based in Clarksville, 4.9 stars from 247 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Louisville (3.9 miles away, based in Louisville, 4.8 stars from 988 reviews).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- An error code on the display
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in St. Matthews
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher not filling with water.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
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
To keep dirty water from siphoning back into the dishwasher, the drain hose is run in a high loop (at least 32 inches high in GE's instructions) or through an air gap; an air gap is called for when local code requires it or when the drain connection sits less than 18 inches above the floor. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in St. Matthews
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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 St. Matthews
Most dishwasher calls in St. Matthews 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 St. Matthews
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in St. Matthews faster and cheaper.