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Dishwasher Repair in Brandywine, MD

Dishwasher repair from independent technicians serving Brandywine, with ratings, distances and what to check before you call.

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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 Brandywine and the Prince George's County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.

Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Brandywine

Within 30 miles of Brandywine there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Alexandria (14), Waldorf (4), and Fort Washington (4). Distances run up to about 15 miles. Aa Dependable Appliance is the nearest, roughly 3.2 miles from Brandywine. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 37 businesses.

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SK Appliance Repair
4301 Midtown Sq., Camp Springs, MD 20746
9.4 mi from Brandywine
★★★★★ 5.0 (404 reviews)
Saturday hours
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Appliance Care
2905 Preston Ave, Alexandria, VA 22306
11.7 mi from Brandywine
★★★★★ 4.9 (844 reviews)
Saturday hours
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Vision Appliance Repair LLC
1613 25th St SE, Washington, DC 20020
12.9 mi from Brandywine
★★★★★ 4.8 (626 reviews)
Saturday hours
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Mr. Appliance of Alexandria
2800 Eisenhower Ave Ste 220-C12, Alexandria, VA 22314
12.9 mi from Brandywine
★★★★★ 4.8 (249 reviews)
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UltraFix Appliance Repair
3301 Richmond Hwy #1333, Alexandria, VA 22305
13.1 mi from Brandywine
★★★★★ 4.9 (696 reviews)
Saturday hours
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Mr. Appliance of Central Maryland
9701 Apollo Dr Ste 301-6, Largo, MD 20774
14.6 mi from Brandywine
★★★★★ 4.8 (330 reviews)
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L and Sons Appliance Repairs LLC
623 42nd St NE, Washington, DC 20019
14.3 mi from Brandywine
★★★★★ 4.8 (191 reviews)
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Bell Appliance Repair - MD
2216 Rosedell Pl, Fort Washington, MD 20744
5.9 mi from Brandywine
★★★★½ 4.4 (31 reviews)
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Sears Appliance Repair
3235 Donnell Dr, Forestville, MD 20747
10.5 mi from Brandywine
★★★★ 4.2 (420 reviews)
Saturday hours
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Sears Appliance Repair
11170 Mall Cir, Waldorf, MD 20603
6.0 mi from Brandywine
★★★★½ 4.3 (456 reviews)
Saturday hours
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Nifty Lifty Appliance Repair
3405 Bonita St 207 B, Hillcrest Heights, MD 20746
10.8 mi from Brandywine
★★★★ 4.2 (37 reviews)
Saturday hours
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Total Appliance Repair Inc.
2302 Dupont Ave, Hillcrest Heights, MD 20746
11.5 mi from Brandywine
★★★★½ 4.4 (35 reviews)
Saturday hours

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.

Repair market snapshot: Brandywine, MD
Listing Saturday hours42
Distance to the three closest (mi)3.2, 5.0, 5.2
With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews21
Companies within 30 miles60
Mention a major dishwasher brand1
Mention dishwasher work0

Closest matches for Brandywine: SK Appliance Repair (9.4 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Care (11.7 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Vision Appliance Repair LLC (12.9 miles away, based in Washington, 4.8 stars from 626 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Alexandria (12.9 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.8 stars from 249 reviews).

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Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician

  • Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
  • Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
  • Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
  • Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher

The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Brandywine

Clogged filters and drain pathsFood, labels and broken glass collect in the filter assembly and the sump. A clogged filter is behind many not-draining and not-cleaning calls, and it is the first thing a technician checks.
Drain pump and drain hoseThe drain pump pushes water out through a hose that loops up under the counter. A failed pump, a kinked hose or a blocked disposal connection leaves water in the tub.
Seals and hosesDoor gaskets harden, tub seals wear and hose clamps loosen. Leaks usually start small, under the door or behind the kick panel, before they show on the floor.

How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Brandywine

Float and overfill protectionA float rises with the water level and trips a switch to stop the fill. A stuck float can stop the dishwasher from filling at all or let water run too long.
Drain pumpIf water stays in the tub after a cycle, the drain pump is tested for power and blockages. Some pumps hum but cannot move water because something is caught in the impeller.
Heating element and thermostatMany dishwashers heat water and dry dishes with an element in the bottom of the tub, controlled by a thermostat or temperature sensor. Cold, wet dishes at the end of a cycle point here.

Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher not draining.

Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher

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

Before inspecting or working on a dishwasher, unplug it or switch off its circuit breaker. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher

More: where dishwasher leaks come from.

What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Brandywine

Before replacing a dishwasher in Brandywine, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:

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 Brandywine Owners Should Know

Most dishwasher calls in Brandywine 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.

Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Brandywine

  • Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
  • If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
  • Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?

Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Brandywine, MD

Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Many newer dishwashers dry by condensation and need rinse aid to dry well, especially plastics. If dishes stay soaked on a model that uses a heating element or fan, the element, thermostat or fan may have failed.
Should I repair or replace my dishwasher?
Compare the repair quote with the price of a comparable new dishwasher and consider its age. Common repairs such as inlet valves, door latches, gaskets and drain pumps are usually worth doing on a dishwasher that is otherwise in good shape. Our repair-cost guide lists published ranges.
How do I get rid of a dishwasher odor?
Food trapped in the filter and sump is the usual source, along with a drain hose that lets water back in. Clean the filter, check that the drain hose has a high loop or air gap, and run an empty hot cycle with a dishwasher cleaner.

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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Brandywine faster and cheaper.

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