When a dishwasher quits in Walled Lake, 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. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention dishwashers at the top.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Walled Lake, MI
40 repair companies serve Walled Lake from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Livonia (11), Waterford Township (6), and Detroit (4). The farthest listed company is about 15 miles out. Across 39 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars. Moonglow Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 2.6 miles from Walled Lake.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Walled Lake. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 27 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.6, 2.8, 3.0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
Closest matches for Walled Lake: Busen's Appliance (25.3 miles away, based in Lincoln Park, 4.5 stars from 191 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ace Appliance (25.9 miles away, based in Detroit, 4.3 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Oakland County (12.0 miles away, based in Livonia, 4.8 stars from 1,216 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Surgeons (5.9 miles away, based in Waterford Township, 4.9 stars from 431 reviews).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
Why Dishwashers Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Walled Lake Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher smells bad.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
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
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:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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.
Around Walled Lake
Most dishwasher calls in Walled Lake 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.
Questions to Ask a Walled Lake Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Walled Lake, MI
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Walled Lake faster and cheaper.