When a dishwasher quits in Oxon Hill, the first question is whether it is a clog you can clear yourself or a failed part, and that decides whether you need a technician at all. Below are the companies within reach of Oxon Hill, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Oxon Hill, MD
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Oxon Hill. The rest are spread across Alexandria (13), Arlington (9), and Washington (5). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. Nearest on the list: Butler's Appliances, around 1.8 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 36 businesses.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 24 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.8, 2.8, 3.4 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 2 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Oxon Hill: SK Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Vision Appliance Repair LLC (5.6 miles away, based in Washington, 4.8 stars from 626 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Care (6.1 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Alexandria (5.9 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.8 stars from 249 reviews).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher smells bad.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
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?
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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?
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.
Dishwasher Notes for Oxon Hill, MD
Most dishwasher calls in Oxon Hill 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 Oxon Hill
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Oxon Hill, MD
Can a dishwasher leak damage my floor?
Should I repair or replace my dishwasher?
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Dishwasher Repair Near Oxon Hill
A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Oxon Hill faster and cheaper.