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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Monroe and the Monroe County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Monroe
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Monroe. 3 list an address in Monroe, and the rest are spread across Toledo (8), Lincoln Park (5), and Sylvania (3). The farthest listed company is about 28 miles out. 1 lists dishwasher work specifically. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 1.3 miles out. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.3, 3.1, 4.4 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 46 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 30 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
First up for Monroe: Busen's Appliance (25.1 miles away, based in Lincoln Park, 4.5 stars from 191 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.3 miles away, 4.6 stars from 441 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ace Appliance Sales & Service (23.8 miles away, based in Toledo, 4.9 stars from 4,272 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dave Smith Appliance Services LLC (22.8 miles away, based in Toledo, 4.8 stars from 1,168 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Monroe
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher not draining.
Water, Power and Safety First
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 Monroe
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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 Monroe
Most dishwasher calls in Monroe 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 Monroe
- 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?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Monroe, MI
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Before you call a Monroe 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.