Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. Below are the companies within reach of Newburyport, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Newburyport
Within 30 miles of Newburyport there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Newburyport itself, and the rest are spread across Lawrence (6), Peabody (5), and North Andover (4). 1 of them mentions dishwasher work in their listing or website. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.1 miles away. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Newburyport. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 3.9, 5.5 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 33 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
At the top of the Newburyport list: Sears Appliance Repair (1.1 miles away, 4.6 stars from 321 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Baron's Major Brands Appliances - Plaistow (11.0 miles away, based in Plaistow, 4.8 stars from 908 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Baron's Major Brands Appliances - Salem (16.7 miles away, based in Salem, 4.7 stars from 1,026 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Salem (17.4 miles away, based in Beverly, 4.6 stars from 416 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Newburyport
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher smells bad or dishwasher not filling with water.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
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
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.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a dishwasher in Newburyport, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
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.
Local Notes for Newburyport
Most dishwasher calls in Newburyport 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.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Newburyport
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Newburyport, MA
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Why is there standing water in my dishwasher?
Should I repair or replace my dishwasher?
Brand-Specific Dishwasher Repair, Newburyport
Dishwasher Repair Near Newburyport
Write down the model and serial number from the label on the edge of the dishwasher door or tub opening, and note any error code or blinking lights. It saves a Newburyport technician a trip for parts.