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 Four Corners, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Four Corners, MD
Within 30 miles of Four Corners there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Silver Spring (12), Bethesda (6), and Washington (4). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. The closest is Five Star Silver Spring Appliance Repair, about 0.2 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 31 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Four Corners. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 1.4, 1.8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
At the top of the Four Corners list: TruFix Appliance Repair & Services, LLC (4.1 miles away, based in Silver Spring, 4.8 stars from 240 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Fix - Phone Repair, Tablet Repair and Accessories (2.5 miles away, based in Wheaton, 4.5 stars from 350 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.1 miles away, based in Hyattsville, 4.4 stars from 398 reviews, lists Saturday hours); FUSE Service Appliance Repair (5.3 miles away, based in North Bethesda, 4.9 stars from 363 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Four Corners
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher smells bad.
Water, Power and Safety First
A leak from the water supply line tends to show up as dampness under the front of the unit; leaks at the door often trace back to a dirty, loose or damaged gasket, a bent or loose latch, or a unit that is not level. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
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
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Four Corners
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 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.
Around Four Corners
Most dishwasher calls in Four Corners 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.
Questions to Ask a Four Corners Technician
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Four Corners, MD
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Four Corners faster and cheaper.