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. The Swartz Creek list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Swartz Creek, MI
27 repair companies serve Swartz Creek from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Flint (4), Lapeer (3), and Waterford Township (3). Across 26 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 3.1 miles from Swartz Creek.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.1, 7.0, 7.3 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 15 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 27 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
Closest matches for Swartz Creek: Kearsley Appliance Repair (7.6 miles away, based in Flint, 4.8 stars from 697 reviews); Gilbert’s Hardware and Appliance (17.6 miles away, based in Owosso, 4.7 stars from 573 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.1 miles away, based in Flint, 4.6 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.5 miles away, based in Fenton, 4.6 stars from 115 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Swartz Creek Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher not drying dishes.
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 Swartz Creek
Before replacing a dishwasher in Swartz Creek, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Motor repair: $200–$500 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?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour 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.
Dishwasher Notes for Swartz Creek, MI
Most dishwasher calls in Swartz Creek 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 Swartz Creek
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Swartz Creek, MI
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Swartz Creek faster and cheaper.