Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. The Lake Fenton list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Lake Fenton, MI
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Lake Fenton. The rest are spread across Waterford Township (6), Flint (4), and Brighton (3). The 39 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. The closest is Sears 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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 25 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 41 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.7, 7.5, 9.2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
First up for Lake Fenton: Kearsley Appliance Repair (10.8 miles away, based in Flint, 4.8 stars from 697 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (1.7 miles away, based in Fenton, 4.6 stars from 115 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AAA Service Network (25.5 miles away, based in Brighton, 4.8 stars from 3,174 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Gilbert’s Hardware and Appliance (25.7 miles away, based in Owosso, 4.7 stars from 573 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Lake Fenton
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher not draining.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
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
Keep the drain hose free of kinks, twists and pinches, and follow local plumbing codes for the drain connection. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 per visit 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 Lake Fenton Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Lake 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.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Lake Fenton
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Lake Fenton, MI
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Lake Fenton faster and cheaper.