When a dishwasher quits in Old Town, 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 Old Town, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Old Town, ME
Within 60 miles of Old Town there are 11 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Bangor (3), Veazie (1), and Holden (1). The farthest listed company is about 52 miles out. Penobscot Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 8.2 miles from Old Town. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 11 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Old Town is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Old Town. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 8.2, 8.2, 10.0 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 4 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 11 |
Closest matches for Old Town: Patriot Appliance Repair (14.3 miles away, based in Holden, 4.9 stars from 163 reviews); Tom's Appliance Service (10.0 miles away, based in Bangor, 4.7 stars from 26 reviews); Dunnett Appliance & Mattress (10.5 miles away, based in Bangor, 4.3 stars from 137 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Brown Appliance And Mattress (33.3 miles away, based in Ellsworth, 4.6 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
Why Dishwashers Break Down
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Old Town
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher not draining.
Water, Power and Safety First
A leak from the water supply line tends to show up as dampness under the front of the unit; leaks at the door often trace back to a dirty, loose or damaged gasket, a bent or loose latch, or a unit that is not level. 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
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.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
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:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour 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 Old Town Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Old Town 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.
Maine has no general appliance repair license, but installing or servicing propane and natural gas appliances requires a Maine Fuel Board propane and natural gas technician license with an appliance connection and service authorization. Source: Maine Fuel Board - Licensing - Individual Licenses (Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation)
In Maine, you can check a license with the Maine Professional and Financial Regulation Licensee Search or report a problem to the Maine Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Old Town
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Old Town, ME
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Before you call a Old Town technician, clean the filter at the bottom of the tub, run the kitchen faucet until the water is hot and check that the drain hose under the sink is not kinked. If the problem stays, have the model number ready.