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 Lafayette and the Lafayette County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Lafayette, LA
We found 27 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Lafayette. 8 list an address in Lafayette, and other nearby bases include Opelousas (4), Maurice (3), and Scott (2). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. Nearest on the list: All Pro Appliance Services LLC, around 1.9 miles out. Across 24 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.0 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 27 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 2.8, 3.2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 11 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
At the top of the Lafayette list: Acadiana Appliance (9.1 miles away, based in Maurice, 5.0 stars from 249 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Lafayette (4.5 miles away, 4.9 stars from 895 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Havens Heating and Cooling (6.9 miles away, based in Youngsville, 4.8 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Southern Home Appliance (3.2 miles away, 4.6 stars from 10 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
Why Dishwashers Break Down
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Lafayette
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher not filling with water.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
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
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
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Lafayette
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 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?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 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?
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 Lafayette
Most dishwasher calls in Lafayette 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.
Before You Book in Lafayette
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Lafayette, LA
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Brand-Specific Dishwasher Repair, Lafayette
Dishwasher Repair Near Lafayette
Before you call a Lafayette 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.