When a dishwasher quits in Clayton, 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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Clayton and the St. Louis County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Clayton
40 repair companies serve Clayton from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Clayton, and the rest are spread across St. Louis (27), Affton (2), and Hazelwood (2). Distances run up to about 10 miles. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars. Nearest on the list: Emergency Appliance Repair Services, around 0.8 miles out.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 0.9, 1.5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
At the top of the Clayton list: Hoffmann Brothers (1.5 miles away, based in Brentwood, 4.9 stars from 11,938 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hoffmann Brothers (6.7 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.9 stars from 6,545 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All American Appliance and HVAC Services (1.9 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.7 stars from 2,771 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hoffmann Brothers (4.4 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.9 stars from 5,162 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Clayton
What Gets Fixed on a Clayton Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher smells bad.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
Before inspecting or working on a dishwasher, unplug it or switch off its circuit breaker. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
Before replacing a dishwasher in Clayton, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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 Clayton
Most dishwasher calls in Clayton 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.
In Missouri, you can report a problem to the Missouri Attorney General's Office, Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Clayton
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Clayton, MO
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why is there standing water in my dishwasher?
What should I check before calling?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Dishwasher Repair by Brand in Clayton
Dishwasher Repair in Nearby Cities
Before you call a Clayton 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.