When a dishwasher quits in Flint, 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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Flint and the Genesee County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Flint, MI
25 repair companies serve Flint from within 30 miles. 4 list an address in Flint, and the rest are spread across Lapeer (3), Waterford Township (3), and Burton (2). Distances run up to about 28 miles. The 24 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. The closest is Kearsley Appliance Repair, about 1.7 miles away.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 25 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.7, 2.8, 3.3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 13 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
The leading options for Flint are Kearsley Appliance Repair (1.7 miles away, 4.8 stars from 697 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (4.9 miles away, 4.6 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Gilbert’s Hardware and Appliance (24.3 miles away, based in Owosso, 4.7 stars from 573 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (14.0 miles away, based in Fenton, 4.6 stars from 115 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Flint
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher not draining.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
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
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.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$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?
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 Flint Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Flint 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.
Questions to Ask a Flint Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- 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: Flint, MI
What does a dishwasher repair usually cost?
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Is my dishwasher worth fixing?
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
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Write down the model and serial number from the label on the edge of the dishwasher door or tub opening, and note any error code or blinking lights. It saves a Flint technician a trip for parts.