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 New Orleans list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near New Orleans
Within 30 miles of New Orleans there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 6 of them are based in New Orleans itself, and the rest are spread across Metairie (10), Slidell (7), and Harahan (4). Distances run up to about 20 miles. Washing Machine Repair | Refrigerator Repair is the nearest, roughly 7.9 miles from New Orleans. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.7 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.
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 51 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 21 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 7.9, 8.6, 8.8 |
The leading options for New Orleans are Broussard Appliance Service (14.1 miles away, based in Metairie, 4.7 stars from 2,305 reviews); Professional Appliance Repair (11.8 miles away, 4.7 stars from 232 reviews); A-Pro Appliance Repair (19.0 miles away, based in Metairie, 5.0 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Solar Refrigeration & Appliance Service Inc (15.1 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
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
Why Dishwashers Break Down
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in New Orleans
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
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
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 New Orleans
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- 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?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 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 New Orleans
The city's Historic District Landmarks Commission oversees local historic districts including the Garden District, Esplanade Ridge, St. Charles, Uptown, Faubourg Marigny and Carrollton. Source: HDLC - Historic Landmarks, Districts & Map - City of New Orleans
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.
Questions to Ask a New Orleans Technician
- 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: New Orleans, LA
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Before you call a New Orleans 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.