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 St. Joseph list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Dishwasher Repair in St. Joseph, MN
Our data shows 12 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of St. Joseph. The rest are spread across St Cloud (6), Sauk Rapids (2), and Richmond (1). Distances run up to about 29 miles. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 4.8 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 12 businesses.
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| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.8, 4.9, 5.6 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 7 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 12 |
Closest matches for St. Joseph: Omega Force Appliance Repair (7.2 miles away, based in St Cloud, 4.8 stars from 199 reviews, lists Saturday hours); M & H Appliance and Home Furnishings (5.6 miles away, based in St Cloud, 4.8 stars from 1,054 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Crosstown Appliance Repair (12.8 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.8 stars from 154 reviews); Reed's Refrigeration and Appliance Repair (16.7 miles away, based in Kimball, 5.0 stars from 29 reviews).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a St. Joseph Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher not drying dishes.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
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
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in St. Joseph
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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 St. Joseph
Most dishwasher calls in St. Joseph 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 St. Joseph
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: St. Joseph, MN
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Dishwasher Repair by Brand in St. Joseph
Dishwasher Repair Near St. Joseph
Before you call a St. Joseph technician, clean the filter at the bottom of the tub, run the kitchen faucet until the water is hot and check that the drain hose under the sink is not kinked. If the problem stays, have the model number ready.