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. Below are the companies within reach of Albert Lea, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Albert Lea, MN
Within 60 miles of Albert Lea there are 38 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Albert Lea, and other nearby bases include Rochester (6), Mankato (5), and Stewartville (3). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars. Nearest on the list: TNT Used Appliances, around 0.4 miles out. Albert Lea is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 24 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 12.2, 17.6 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 38 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
Closest matches for Albert Lea: TNT Used Appliances (0.4 miles away, 4.1 stars from 93 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AVM Appliance Repair (17.6 miles away, based in New Richland, 5.0 stars from 30 reviews); Donkers Hometown Appliances (18.8 miles away, based in Austin, 4.1 stars from 68 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (18.8 miles away, based in Austin, 4.4 stars from 45 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Albert Lea Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher smells bad.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
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
Built-in dishwashers are typically specified for their own properly grounded 120-volt branch circuit protected by a 15- or 20-amp breaker or time-delay fuse, with no extension cords or adapter plugs. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a dishwasher in Albert Lea, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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?
- 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.
Dishwasher Notes for Albert Lea, MN
Most dishwasher calls in Albert Lea 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.
Minnesota has no state license for mechanical contractors or their workers; businesses contracting for gas, heating, cooling or refrigeration work file a mechanical contractor bond with the Department of Labor and Industry, and some cities require their own licenses or competency cards. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
In Minnesota, you can check a license with the DLI License and Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Minnesota Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance.
Questions to Ask a Albert Lea Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Albert Lea, MN
Why does my dishwasher smell?
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Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Why is there standing water in my dishwasher?
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Albert Lea faster and cheaper.