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Dishwasher Repair in Fenton, MI

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Most dishwasher breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the filter and drain path, the drain pump, the water inlet valve, the door latch and the controls. 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 Fenton

Within 30 miles of Fenton there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Fenton, and other nearby bases include Waterford Township (6), Flint (4), and Brighton (3). Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 39 businesses. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.5 miles from Fenton.

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Kearsley Appliance Repair
2302 S Grand Traverse St, Flint, MI 48503
14.0 mi from Fenton
★★★★★ 4.8 (697 reviews)
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Sears Appliance Repair
14283 Fenton Rd, Fenton, MI 48430
1.5 mi from Fenton
★★★★½ 4.6 (115 reviews)
Saturday hours
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AAA Service Network
8636 Whitmore Lake Rd, Brighton, MI 48116
22.4 mi from Fenton
★★★★★ 4.8 (3,174 reviews)
Saturday hours
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Mr. Appliance of Greater Livingston County
748 W Grand River Ave Ste H, Brighton, MI 48116
18.6 mi from Fenton
★★★★★ 4.8 (957 reviews)
Saturday hours
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Appliance Surgeons
7762 Lake Ridge Dr, Waterford Township, MI 48327
18.8 mi from Fenton
★★★★★ 4.9 (431 reviews)
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Authorized Factory Service
1243 Centre Rd, Auburn Hills, MI 48326
25.6 mi from Fenton
★★★★★ 4.9 (203 reviews)
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Michigan Appliance Repair
11750 Highland Rd Ste 700, Hartland, MI 48353
11.3 mi from Fenton
★★★★★ 4.8 (863 reviews)
Saturday hours
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Gilbert’s Hardware and Appliance
113 W Main St, Owosso, MI 48867
26.9 mi from Fenton
★★★★½ 4.7 (573 reviews)
Saturday hours
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Sears Appliance Repair
3191 S Linden Rd, Flint, MI 48507
13.0 mi from Fenton
★★★★½ 4.6 (152 reviews)
Saturday hours
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Bill & Rod's Appliance
8010 Cooley Lake Rd, White Lake, MI 48386
18.8 mi from Fenton
★★★★★ 4.9 (81 reviews)
Saturday hours
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Sears Appliance Repair
7374 Highland Rd #4789, Waterford Township, MI 48327
17.1 mi from Fenton
★★★★★ 4.8 (123 reviews)
Saturday hours
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Arbor Vacuum and Small Appliance Center - Brighton
9812 E Grand River Ave, Brighton, MI 48116
19.3 mi from Fenton
★★★★½ 4.7 (131 reviews)
Saturday hours

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By the numbers: technicians near Fenton
Name dishwashers in their listing0
Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews)23
Companies within 30 miles43
Three nearest companies, miles away1.5, 8.1, 11.3
Listing Saturday hours26
Mention a major dishwasher brand0

The leading options for Fenton are Kearsley Appliance Repair (14.0 miles away, based in Flint, 4.8 stars from 697 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (1.5 miles away, 4.6 stars from 115 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AAA Service Network (22.4 miles away, based in Brighton, 4.8 stars from 3,174 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Greater Livingston County (18.6 miles away, based in Brighton, 4.8 stars from 957 reviews, lists Saturday hours).

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When to Call for Dishwasher Repair

  • An error code on the display
  • Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
  • Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
  • Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill

Why Dishwashers Break Down

Water inlet valveAn electric valve under the dishwasher lets water in. When it sticks or its screen clogs, the dishwasher fills slowly, not at all, or keeps filling.
Seals and hosesDoor gaskets harden, tub seals wear and hose clamps loosen. Leaks usually start small, under the door or behind the kick panel, before they show on the floor.
Heating and drying partsMany dishwashers heat water with an element in the tub and use heat, a fan or condensation to dry. A failed element or thermostat leaves dishes cold and wet.

What Gets Fixed on a Fenton Dishwasher Call

Controls and sensorsElectronic dishwashers rely on a control board, a turbidity or soil sensor on many models, and temperature sensors. Error codes and blinking lights help narrow the diagnosis before parts are ordered.
Float and overfill protectionA float rises with the water level and trips a switch to stop the fill. A stuck float can stop the dishwasher from filling at all or let water run too long.
Filter and sumpMost dishwashers have a filter assembly at the bottom of the tub that catches food and debris. A technician pulls it, cleans the sump beneath it and checks for glass or bones before replacing any parts, because a clog can make a healthy pump look broken.

Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher not drying dishes.

Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher

If the dishwasher has no working shut-off valve of its own, close the main water supply to the house instead. Source: GE Appliances - Dishwasher Water Shut-Off Location

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

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:

A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. 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 Fenton Owners Should Know

Most dishwasher calls in Fenton 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.

Before You Book in Fenton

  • If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
  • How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
  • What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?

Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Fenton, MI

Why does my dishwasher smell?
Food trapped in the filter and sump is the usual source, along with a drain hose that lets water back in. Clean the filter, check that the drain hose has a high loop or air gap, and run an empty hot cycle with a dishwasher cleaner.
Why is there standing water in my dishwasher?
The usual causes are a clogged filter, a kinked or blocked drain hose, a garbage disposal that has not been run, or a failed drain pump. Clean the filter and check the hose first. If water still sits in the tub, a technician can test the pump.
Can a dishwasher leak damage my floor?
A slow leak can soak the subfloor and cabinet before you see it. Turn off the water supply valve and the power to the dishwasher, wipe up the water and call a technician to find whether it is the door gasket, a hose, the pump or the tub.
How much does dishwasher repair cost in Fenton?
Most companies charge a service call or diagnostic fee that is often applied to the repair if you go ahead. Common jobs such as an inlet valve, door gasket or drain pump are usually worth fixing on a dishwasher that is otherwise sound. Our dishwasher repair cost guide lists published ranges.

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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Fenton faster and cheaper.

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