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 District Heights, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near District Heights
Within 30 miles of District Heights there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in District Heights itself, and other nearby bases include Washington (17), Forestville (2), and Hillcrest Heights (2). The farthest listed company is about 9 miles out. Nearest on the list: R & P Appliances Care., around 0.6 miles out. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
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| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 2 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 0.7, 0.9 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
Closest matches for District Heights: SK Appliance Repair (2.3 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Vision Appliance Repair LLC (4.5 miles away, based in Washington, 4.8 stars from 626 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Miracle Appliance Repair (6.2 miles away, based in Hyattsville, 4.8 stars from 143 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Central Maryland (4.1 miles away, based in Largo, 4.8 stars from 330 reviews).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code on the display
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in District Heights
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes 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
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
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in District Heights
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 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.
What District Heights Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in District Heights 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 District Heights
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: District Heights, MD
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Dishwasher Repair by Brand in District Heights
Dishwasher Repair Near District Heights
A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in District Heights faster and cheaper.