Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention dishwashers at the top.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Clawson
40 repair companies serve Clawson from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Detroit (7), Warren (5), and Madison Heights (4). The farthest listed company is about 10 miles out. The closest is A Dependable Maytag Home Appliance, about 1.3 miles away. Of those, 1 mentions dishwasher work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 35 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Clawson. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.3, 1.7, 2.0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
Closest matches for Clawson: Busen's Appliance (20.2 miles away, based in Lincoln Park, 4.5 stars from 191 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ace Appliance (10.4 miles away, based in Detroit, 4.3 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Detroit Appliance (10.2 miles away, based in Fraser, 4.8 stars from 1,139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Authorized Factory Service (9.8 miles away, based in Auburn Hills, 4.9 stars from 203 reviews).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Clawson
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Clawson
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher not drying dishes.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
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
Built-in dishwashers are typically specified for their own properly grounded 120-volt branch circuit protected by a 15- or 20-amp breaker or time-delay fuse, with no extension cords or adapter plugs. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation 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 Clawson
Before replacing a dishwasher in Clawson, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 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.
Local Notes for Clawson
Most dishwasher calls in Clawson 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.
Michigan's licensing lists no separate appliance repair license; gas, heating and refrigeration service work is licensed by work classification under the state mechanical contractor license. Source: LARA: Mechanical Examination, Licensing/Registration & Application Information
In Michigan, you can check a license with the LARA Find / Verify a BCC Licensed Professional or Business or report a problem to the Michigan Department of Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Clawson
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Clawson, MI
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Clawson faster and cheaper.