A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Metairie and the Jefferson County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Metairie, LA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Metairie. 10 of them are based in Metairie itself, and the rest are spread across New Orleans (6), Harahan (4), and Kenner (4). The farthest listed company is about 18 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 3.6 stars across 35 businesses. The Appliance Technician is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Metairie.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Metairie. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Companies within 30 miles | 51 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 0.5, 1.5 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 23 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
At the top of the Metairie list: Broussard Appliance Service (1.9 miles away, 4.7 stars from 2,305 reviews); A-Pro Appliance Repair (3.3 miles away, 5.0 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Solar Refrigeration & Appliance Service Inc (1.9 miles away, 4.4 stars from 2,248 reviews); Jefferson Appliance Repair, Inc. (4.5 miles away, based in Harahan, 4.7 stars from 126 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Metairie
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Metairie
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher smells bad or dishwasher not filling with water.
Water, Power and Safety First
Hand soap, dish soap or laundry detergent can make a dishwasher over-suds and spill water onto the floor; use only automatic dishwasher detergent. 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
Keep the drain hose free of kinks, twists and pinches, and follow local plumbing codes for the drain connection. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Metairie
Most dishwasher repairs involve one part and an hour or so of labor, which is why many are worth pricing before you shop for a new one. Published ranges:
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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.
Around Metairie
Jefferson Parish Department of Water (East Bank water system), which supplies Metairie, reports hardness of east Bank system total hardness reported at 75.7-190 ppm as CaCO3 (moderately hard to hard). Hard water leaves spots and film on glasses and builds up on dishwasher spray arms and inlet screens, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: Jefferson Parish 2025 Consumer Confidence Report
The parish has designated an Old Metairie Neighborhood Conservation District and a Metairie Ridge Tree Protection District, and work there needs a parish building permit, with most Old Metairie projects also reviewed by the Planning Department. Source: When Do I Need / Not Need a Permit - Jefferson Parish
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 Metairie
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Metairie, LA
Why is there standing water in my dishwasher?
How much does dishwasher repair cost in Metairie?
Why are my dishes still wet?
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Before you call a Metairie 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.