Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Festus and the Jefferson County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Festus, MO
We found 32 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Festus. 2 list an address in Festus, and other nearby bases include St. Louis (11), Affton (2), and Ellisville (2). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. Of those, 1 mentions dishwasher work by name. Crestwood Appliance repair is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Festus. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 23 businesses.
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.
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 22 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 0.5, 8.6 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 32 |
Closest matches for Festus: Midwest Appliance Repair, LLC (9.7 miles away, based in De Soto, 5.0 stars from 1,596 reviews); The Appliance Guys (23.3 miles away, based in Eureka, 4.6 stars from 3,635 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hoffmann Brothers (28.2 miles away, based in Brentwood, 4.9 stars from 11,938 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Greater St. Louis (26.4 miles away, based in Ballwin, 4.8 stars from 1,345 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
Why Dishwashers Break Down
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Festus
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
A leak from the water supply line tends to show up as dampness under the front of the unit; leaks at the door often trace back to a dirty, loose or damaged gasket, a bent or loose latch, or a unit that is not level. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
Before inspecting or working on a dishwasher, unplug it or switch off its circuit breaker. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
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
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door spring repair: $50–$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?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. 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.
What Festus Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Festus 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.
Before You Book in Festus
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Festus, MO
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
What does a dishwasher repair usually cost?
What should I do if my dishwasher is leaking?
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Before you call a Festus 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.