Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. The Minden list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Minden
Our data shows 14 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Minden. Other nearby bases include Shreveport (8), Bossier City (4), and Homer (1). Distances run up to about 30 miles. Across 10 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.9 stars. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 18.2 miles away.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Minden. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 14 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 11 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 2 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 18.2, 24.4, 25.3 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
At the top of the Minden list: Mr. Appliance of Bossier City (29.1 miles away, based in Shreveport, 4.8 stars from 470 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (26.0 miles away, based in Bossier City, 4.3 stars from 205 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Chuck's Maintenance & Repair Services LLC (25.3 miles away, based in Bossier City, 4.6 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Byrd Appliance Specialists (28.5 miles away, based in Shreveport, 4.1 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
Why Dishwashers Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Minden Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes 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
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Minden
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:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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 Minden, LA
Most dishwasher calls in Minden 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 Minden
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Minden, LA
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Minden faster and cheaper.