Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Owings Mills and the Baltimore County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Owings Mills
Within 30 miles of Owings Mills there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Owings Mills, and the rest are spread across Baltimore (15), Randallstown (3), and Towson (3). Nearest on the list: Town Appliance, around 1.7 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 36 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Owings Mills. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.7, 2.3, 2.5 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 24 |
First up for Owings Mills: Fix Appliance Baltimore County (3.0 miles away, based in Reisterstown, 5.0 stars from 153 reviews, lists Saturday hours); NT Appliances Repair Service (2.3 miles away, based in Randallstown, 4.9 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All-Star Appliance Repair Baltimore (7.1 miles away, based in Baltimore, 4.7 stars from 1,459 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Premier Appliance Solutions (7.3 miles away, based in Finksburg, 5.0 stars from 268 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Owings Mills
What Gets Fixed on a Owings Mills Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher not drying dishes.
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
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.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
Before replacing a dishwasher in Owings Mills, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
When an aging dishwasher no longer has manufacturer coverage and needs frequent or major repairs, start planning for a replacement. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
What Owings Mills Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Owings Mills 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 Owings Mills Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Owings Mills, MD
What should I do if my dishwasher is leaking?
Should I repair or replace my dishwasher?
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Owings Mills faster and cheaper.