A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. The Waterville list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Waterville
Our data shows 22 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Waterville. 1 list an address in Waterville, and other nearby bases include Auburn (4), Bangor (3), and Sidney (1). The farthest listed company is about 57 miles out. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 2.0 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 22 businesses. Waterville is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Waterville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.0, 12.3, 16.0 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 12 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 22 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
At the top of the Waterville list: Agren (12.3 miles away, based in Sidney, 4.7 stars from 748 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Thermador Group (16.0 miles away, based in Chelsea, 4.9 stars from 27 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Agren (44.6 miles away, based in Topsham, 4.9 stars from 2,165 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.0 miles away, 4.5 stars from 26 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
Why Dishwashers Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Waterville Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
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
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 Waterville
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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.
Around Waterville
Most dishwasher calls in Waterville 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 Waterville
- 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?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Waterville, ME
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Why does my dishwasher smell?
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Before you call a Waterville 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.