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 Patterson and the St. Mary County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Patterson
40 repair companies serve Patterson from within 60 miles. The rest are spread across Baton Rouge (10), Houma (4), and Thibodaux (3). Distances run up to about 55 miles. The closest is Sugar City Appliance, about 27.3 miles away. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.9 stars. Patterson is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 54 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 31 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 27.3, 29.5, 29.6 |
The leading options for Patterson are Precision Appliances LLC (29.5 miles away, based in Thibodaux, 4.7 stars from 129 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Handy Hands (32.8 miles away, based in New Iberia, 5.0 stars from 83 reviews); Sugar City Appliance (27.3 miles away, based in Jeanerette, 4.7 stars from 47 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (33.5 miles away, based in Houma, 4.4 stars from 123 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher not filling with water.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
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
Before inspecting or working on a dishwasher, unplug it or switch off its circuit breaker. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Patterson
Before replacing a dishwasher in Patterson, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 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?
- 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?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. 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.
What Patterson Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Patterson 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 Patterson
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Patterson, LA
How do I get rid of a dishwasher odor?
Is my dishwasher worth fixing?
Why is there standing water in my dishwasher?
Dishwasher Repair by Brand in Patterson
Dishwasher Repair Near Patterson
Before you call a Patterson 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.