A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Lowell and the Middlesex County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Lowell
Within 30 miles of Lowell there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 5 list an address in Lowell, and the rest are spread across Lawrence (6), Nashua (4), and North Andover (4). Distances run up to about 13 miles. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 33 businesses. The closest is A1 Appliance, about 0.4 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.
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 26 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 1.1, 1.2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
First up for Lowell: Sears Appliance Repair (24.5 miles away, based in Newburyport, 4.6 stars from 321 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Baron's Major Brands Appliances - Salem (9.8 miles away, based in Salem, 4.7 stars from 1,026 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Same Day Service Company., Inc. (11.9 miles away, based in Woburn, 4.9 stars from 619 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dracut Appliance Center (1.8 miles away, based in Dracut, 4.9 stars from 750 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- An error code on the display
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Lowell
What Gets Fixed on a Lowell Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
When a dishwasher drains into a garbage disposer, the disposer's drain plug must be knocked out first; if it is left in, the dishwasher will not drain. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Lowell
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?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 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.
Local Notes for Lowell
The Belvidere Hill Neighborhood District follows the boundaries of the National Register-listed Belvidere Hill Historic District, a residential area of late-1800s and early-1900s houses; demolition and new construction there need Lowell Historic Board review. Source: Belvidere Hill Neighborhood District - City of Lowell
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.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Lowell
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- 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?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Lowell, MA
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Before you call a Lowell 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.