A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. The Bethesda list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Bethesda, MD
Within 30 miles of Bethesda there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 13 list an address in Bethesda, and the rest are spread across Washington (6), Kensington (4), and Rockville (4). Distances run up to about 5 miles. Nearest on the list: ABV Appliance Repair, around 0.9 miles out. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Bethesda. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.0, 1.0 |
At the top of the Bethesda list: ABV Appliance Repair (0.9 miles away, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, 4.5 stars from 602 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Fix - Phone Repair, Tablet Repair and Accessories (4.8 miles away, based in Wheaton, 4.5 stars from 350 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Easy Go Appliance Repair (5.2 miles away, based in Rockville, 4.9 stars from 107 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Bethesda
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
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
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.
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:
- 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?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. 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 Bethesda Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Bethesda 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.
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
In Maryland, you can check a license with the Maryland Department of Labor occupational license search (Board of Plumbing) or report a problem to the Maryland Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Bethesda
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Bethesda, MD
Do you cover Bethesda and nearby towns?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why are my dishes still wet?
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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 Bethesda technician a trip for parts.