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 Summerfield and the Prince George's County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Summerfield, MD
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Summerfield. The rest are spread across Washington (12), Hyattsville (4), and Bowie (3). Distances run up to about 9 miles. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.0 stars. Nearest on the list: Mr. Appliance of Central Maryland, around 1.6 miles out.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 2 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.6, 2.7, 2.9 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
First up for Summerfield: SK Appliance Repair (5.6 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Miracle Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, based in Hyattsville, 4.8 stars from 143 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Central Maryland (1.6 miles away, based in Largo, 4.8 stars from 330 reviews); Vision Appliance Repair LLC (6.0 miles away, based in Washington, 4.8 stars from 626 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code on the display
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
Why Dishwashers Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Summerfield Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher smells bad.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
Hand soap, dish soap or laundry detergent can make a dishwasher over-suds and spill water onto the floor; use only automatic dishwasher detergent. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
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
To keep dirty water from siphoning back into the dishwasher, the drain hose is run in a high loop (at least 32 inches high in GE's instructions) or through an air gap; an air gap is called for when local code requires it or when the drain connection sits less than 18 inches above the floor. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Summerfield
Most dishwasher repairs involve one part and an hour or so of labor, which is why many are worth pricing before you shop for a new one. Published ranges:
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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?
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 Summerfield Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Summerfield 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 Summerfield Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Summerfield, MD
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Summerfield faster and cheaper.