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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Sartell and the Stearns County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Sartell, MN
We found 13 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Sartell. Other nearby bases include St Cloud (6), Sauk Rapids (2), and Richmond (1). The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 4.3 miles away. The 13 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Sartell. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 13 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.3, 4.4, 4.6 |
At the top of the Sartell list: Omega Force Appliance Repair (6.4 miles away, based in St Cloud, 4.8 stars from 199 reviews, lists Saturday hours); M & H Appliance and Home Furnishings (4.9 miles away, based in St Cloud, 4.8 stars from 1,054 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Crosstown Appliance Repair (18.6 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.8 stars from 154 reviews); Reed's Refrigeration and Appliance Repair (21.0 miles away, based in Kimball, 5.0 stars from 29 reviews).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher smells bad.
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
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.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a dishwasher in Sartell, 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 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?
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.
Dishwasher Notes for Sartell, MN
Most dishwasher calls in Sartell 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.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Sartell
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Sartell, MN
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Sartell faster and cheaper.