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 Salisbury and the Wicomico County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Salisbury
Our data shows 18 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Salisbury. 7 of them are based in Salisbury itself, and other nearby bases include Ocean City (3), Delmar (1), and Berlin (1). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. Shore Appliance Connection is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from Salisbury. Across 16 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.8 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 18 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 1.2, 1.3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
First up for Salisbury: Shore Appliance Connection (1.0 miles away, 4.8 stars from 503 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.3 miles away, 4.5 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.0 miles away, 4.6 stars from 187 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pruitt Services Inc (1.3 miles away).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher not drying dishes.
Water, Power and Safety First
If the dishwasher has no working shut-off valve of its own, close the main water supply to the house instead. 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
When a dishwasher drains into a garbage disposer, the disposer's drain plug must be knocked out first; if it is left in, the dishwasher will not drain. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Salisbury
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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.
Local Notes for Salisbury
Most dishwasher calls in Salisbury 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 Salisbury
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Salisbury, MD
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Salisbury faster and cheaper.