A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention dishwashers at the top.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Elmwood
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Elmwood. 1 list an address in Elmwood, and other nearby bases include Metairie (10), New Orleans (6), and Harahan (4). The farthest listed company is about 18 miles out. The closest is Professional Appliance Repair, about 0.3 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 3.6 stars across 35 businesses.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.6, 0.7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 48 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 21 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
At the top of the Elmwood list: Broussard Appliance Service (4.7 miles away, based in Metairie, 4.7 stars from 2,305 reviews); A-Pro Appliance Repair (3.1 miles away, based in Metairie, 5.0 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Jefferson Appliance Repair, Inc. (1.7 miles away, based in Harahan, 4.7 stars from 126 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Solar Refrigeration & Appliance Service Inc (2.4 miles away, based in Metairie, 4.4 stars from 2,248 reviews).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
Why Dishwashers Break Down
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Elmwood
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher smells bad.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
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
Before inspecting or working on a dishwasher, unplug it or switch off its circuit breaker. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
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
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 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.
Dishwasher Notes for Elmwood, LA
Most dishwasher calls in Elmwood 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.
Louisiana does not issue a separate appliance repair license; installing, repairing, altering or removing natural gas piping and gas appliances attached to real property for the public is gas fitting work licensed by the State Plumbing Board of Louisiana. Source: La. R.S. 37:1361 (Louisiana State Legislature)
In Louisiana, you can check a license with the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors Verify License Search or report a problem to the Louisiana Attorney General, Public Protection Division, Consumer Protection Section.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Elmwood
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Elmwood, LA
What should I do if my dishwasher is leaking?
Should I repair or replace my dishwasher?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Is there anything I can try first?
Brand-Specific Dishwasher Repair, Elmwood
Dishwasher Repair Near Elmwood
Before you call a Elmwood 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.