Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. Below are the companies within reach of South Portland, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near South Portland
Within 30 miles of South Portland there are 13 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in South Portland, and other nearby bases include Portland (5), Scarborough (1), and Gray (1). The 13 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars. The closest is Agren, about 1.9 miles away.
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| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 13 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 2.3, 3.1 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
At the top of the South Portland list: Agren (1.9 miles away, 4.8 stars from 2,172 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Agren (26.4 miles away, based in Topsham, 4.9 stars from 2,165 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Metropolitan Services (2.3 miles away, based in Portland, 4.8 stars from 76 reviews); McLaughlin Appliance Sales, Service & Parts (3.9 miles away, based in Scarborough, 4.3 stars from 51 reviews).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in South Portland
What Gets Fixed on a South Portland Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher not drying dishes.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in South Portland
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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?
- 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?
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 South Portland Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in South Portland 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.
Questions to Ask a South Portland Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: South Portland, ME
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Brand-Specific Dishwasher Repair, South Portland
Dishwasher Repair Near South Portland
A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in South Portland faster and cheaper.