A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. Below are the companies within reach of St. Joseph, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving St. Joseph, MO
40 repair companies serve St. Joseph from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Kansas City (14), Independence (6), and St Joseph (5). Distances run up to about 56 miles. C&M Appliance Sales-Parts-Service is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from St. Joseph. 2 list dishwasher work specifically. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars. St. Joseph is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.8, 0.9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 34 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 52 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
First up for St. Joseph: 2 Bald Guys Repair (21.2 miles away, based in Atchison, 4.7 stars from 283 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (31.2 miles away, based in Cameron, 4.8 stars from 118 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.1 miles away, based in St Joseph, 4.7 stars from 226 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Greg's Appliances (1.3 miles away, based in St Joseph, 4.6 stars from 303 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code on the display
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
Why Dishwashers Break Down
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher not drying dishes.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
If the dishwasher has no working shut-off valve of its own, close the main water supply to the house instead. 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
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
Before replacing a dishwasher in St. Joseph, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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?
- 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.
Local Notes for 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.
In Missouri, you can report a problem to the Missouri Attorney General's Office, Consumer Protection.
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, MO
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What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
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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.