When a dishwasher quits in Plymouth, 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 Plymouth and the Wayne County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Plymouth
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Plymouth. 2 list an address in Plymouth, and other nearby bases include Livonia (11), Detroit (8), and Dearborn Heights (3). Distances run up to about 14 miles. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. The closest is Westland Appliance Repair, about 0.9 miles away.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Plymouth. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.2, 3.1 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
At the top of the Plymouth list: Busen's Appliance (17.2 miles away, based in Lincoln Park, 4.5 stars from 191 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Oakland County (5.0 miles away, based in Livonia, 4.8 stars from 1,216 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ace Appliance (25.2 miles away, based in Detroit, 4.3 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Samco Facilities Maintenance (5.3 miles away, based in Livonia, 4.9 stars from 255 reviews).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Plymouth Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher smells bad or dishwasher not filling with water.
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
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
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.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a dishwasher in Plymouth, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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.
Local Notes for Plymouth
Most dishwasher calls in Plymouth 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 Plymouth
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Plymouth, MI
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Before you call a Plymouth 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.