Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. The Columbia list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Columbia
40 repair companies serve Columbia from within 30 miles. 6 of them are based in Columbia itself, and the rest are spread across Laurel (6), Silver Spring (4), and Burtonsville (3). Distances run up to about 12 miles. The closest is The Fix in The Mall in Columbia, about 1.0 miles away. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 1.2, 1.5 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
First up for Columbia: Dexterous Appliance Repair (4.8 miles away, based in Fulton, 4.9 stars from 319 reviews); ABW Appliances - Corporate Headquarters (4.9 miles away, based in Jessup, 4.8 stars from 1,539 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Howard County (5.6 miles away, based in Ellicott City, 4.7 stars from 1,049 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Fix in The Mall in Columbia (1.0 miles away, 4.8 stars from 820 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
Why Dishwashers Break Down
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher not filling with water.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
Shut off the dishwasher's water supply during repairs or whenever it is leaking; the valve is usually under the kitchen sink on the branch line that runs to the dishwasher, and it closes by turning clockwise. 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.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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.
Dishwasher Notes for Columbia, MD
Most dishwasher calls in Columbia 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 Columbia
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Columbia, MD
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Why won't my dishwasher drain?
What does a dishwasher repair usually cost?
Dishwasher Repair by Brand in Columbia
Dishwasher Repair Near Columbia
A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Columbia faster and cheaper.