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 Framingham and the Middlesex County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Framingham, MA
Within 30 miles of Framingham there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 8 list an address in Framingham, and other nearby bases include Newton (7), Marlborough (4), and Waltham (4). The farthest listed company is about 14 miles out. The 30 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars. The closest is Framingham Appliance Repair, about 0.9 miles away.
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.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.7, 1.9 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 26 |
Closest matches for Framingham: Yale Appliance (1.9 miles away, 4.9 stars from 2,215 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sub-zero, Wolf and Viking Appliance services (12.2 miles away, based in Watertown, 5.0 stars from 102 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Manny's Appliances (2.3 miles away, 4.9 stars from 250 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Doctor Corp (12.5 miles away, based in Waltham, 5.0 stars from 111 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
Why Dishwashers Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Framingham Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
If the dishwasher has no working shut-off valve of its own, close the main water supply to the house instead. 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
To keep dirty water from siphoning back into the dishwasher, the drain hose is run in a high loop (at least 32 inches high in GE's instructions) or through an air gap; an air gap is called for when local code requires it or when the drain connection sits less than 18 inches above the floor. 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:
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. 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.
Around Framingham
Most dishwasher calls in Framingham 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.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Framingham
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Framingham, MA
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Framingham faster and cheaper.