A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Takoma Park and the Montgomery County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Takoma Park
Within 30 miles of Takoma Park there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 list an address in Takoma Park, and other nearby bases include Washington (14), Silver Spring (7), and Hyattsville (3). Distances run up to about 5 miles. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars. Takoma Park Local Appliance Repair Service is the nearest, roughly 0.1 miles from Takoma Park.
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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.1, 0.6, 0.7 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 2 |
The leading options for Takoma Park are Sears Appliance Repair (1.3 miles away, based in Hyattsville, 4.4 stars from 398 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Fix - Phone Repair, Tablet Repair and Accessories (4.7 miles away, based in Wheaton, 4.5 stars from 350 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Superior Appliance Repair (5.0 miles away, based in Washington, 4.9 stars from 41 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Superior Appliance Services LLC (4.7 miles away, based in Washington, 4.8 stars from 14 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher not draining.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
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.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Motor repair: $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?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. 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 Takoma Park Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Takoma Park 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 Takoma Park Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Takoma Park, MD
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why won't my dishwasher drain?
What should I check before calling?
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Takoma Park faster and cheaper.