When a dishwasher quits in Amesbury, the first question is whether it is a clog you can clear yourself or a failed part, and that decides whether you need a technician at all. Below are the companies within reach of Amesbury, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Amesbury
Within 30 miles of Amesbury there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Amesbury, and the rest are spread across Lawrence (6), North Andover (4), and Peabody (4). 1 lists dishwasher work specifically. The closest is Local Appliance Repair Service Amesbury, about 0.8 miles away. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 2.3, 3.0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 33 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 37 |
At the top of the Amesbury list: Sears Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Newburyport, 4.6 stars from 321 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Baron's Major Brands Appliances - Plaistow (8.4 miles away, based in Plaistow, 4.8 stars from 908 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Baron's Major Brands Appliances - Salem (15.0 miles away, based in Salem, 4.7 stars from 1,026 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Batteries Plus Phone Repair (18.4 miles away, based in Newington, 4.9 stars from 198 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
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Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher smells bad or dishwasher not draining.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
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
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
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.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
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:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour 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.
Around Amesbury
Most dishwasher calls in Amesbury 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.
Massachusetts does not issue a separate appliance repair license; running fuel gas piping to appliances and installing their vent piping is gas fitting work that requires a license from the Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters. Source: Plumbers and gas fitters consumer fact sheet (Mass.gov)
In Massachusetts, you can check a license with the Massachusetts Division of Occupational Licensure eLIPSE license verification portal or report a problem to the Massachusetts Attorney General's Office, Consumer Advocacy and Response Division.
Questions to Ask a Amesbury 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?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Amesbury, MA
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Is my dishwasher worth fixing?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why are my dishes still wet?
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Before you call a Amesbury 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.