A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Pontiac and the Oakland County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Pontiac
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Pontiac. 1 of them are based in Pontiac itself, and the rest are spread across Waterford Township (6), Madison Heights (4), and Rochester (3). Distances run up to about 15 miles. The closest is Mortech Appliance Repair, about 1.2 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 38 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Pontiac. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 29 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 2.2, 2.9 |
Closest matches for Pontiac: Busen's Appliance (28.5 miles away, based in Lincoln Park, 4.5 stars from 191 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ace Appliance (20.7 miles away, based in Detroit, 4.3 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Authorized Factory Service (2.2 miles away, based in Auburn Hills, 4.9 stars from 203 reviews); Appliance Surgeons (7.9 miles away, based in Waterford Township, 4.9 stars from 431 reviews).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Pontiac Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher not draining.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
Shut off the dishwasher's water supply during repairs or whenever it is leaking; the valve is usually under the kitchen sink on the branch line that runs to the dishwasher, and it closes by turning clockwise. 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
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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
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 Pontiac
Most dishwasher calls in Pontiac 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 Pontiac
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Pontiac, MI
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Why won't my dishwasher drain?
Find Your Dishwasher Brand in Pontiac
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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 Pontiac technician a trip for parts.