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 International Falls list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near International Falls
We found 7 appliance repair companies within 103 miles of International Falls. 2 of them are based in International Falls itself, and the rest are spread across Bemidji (2), Virginia (1), and Hibbing (1). Distances run up to about 103 miles. Northland Sales & Service is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from International Falls. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 6 businesses. International Falls is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from International Falls. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 4 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 103 miles | 7 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 1.4, 83.5 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 2 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
The leading options for International Falls are Northland Sales & Service (1.0 miles away, 4.9 stars from 18 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bud's Appliance Repair (83.9 miles away, based in Hibbing, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (94.8 miles away, based in Grand Rapids, 3.7 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
Why Dishwashers Break Down
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in International Falls
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher not filling with water.
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
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
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 International Falls
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?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 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?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. 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 International Falls
Most dishwasher calls in International Falls 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.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in International Falls
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- 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: International Falls, MN
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Brand-Specific Dishwasher Repair, International Falls
Dishwasher Repair Near International Falls
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 International Falls technician a trip for parts.