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 Sunset Hills and the St. Louis County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Sunset Hills, MO
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Sunset Hills. Other nearby bases include St. Louis (25), Affton (2), and Ellisville (2). Appliance-Mend.com LLC is the nearest, roughly 2.7 miles from Sunset Hills. Across 27 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.7, 4.4, 4.7 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
Closest matches for Sunset Hills: Hoffmann Brothers (7.4 miles away, based in Brentwood, 4.9 stars from 11,938 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Appliance Guys (12.3 miles away, based in Eureka, 4.6 stars from 3,635 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hoffmann Brothers (11.6 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.9 stars from 6,545 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Greater St. Louis (6.3 miles away, based in Ballwin, 4.8 stars from 1,345 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Sunset Hills
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
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
A dishwasher must be grounded; if the home wiring lacks a ground or the plug does not fit the outlet, a licensed electrician should correct it rather than modifying the plug. Source: Whirlpool - Dishwasher User Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Sunset Hills
Before replacing a dishwasher in Sunset Hills, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
When an aging dishwasher no longer has manufacturer coverage and needs frequent or major repairs, start planning for a replacement. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
What Sunset Hills Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Sunset Hills 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 Sunset Hills
- 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?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Sunset Hills, MO
What should I do if my dishwasher is leaking?
Should I repair or replace my dishwasher?
Why won't my dishwasher drain?
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Before you call a Sunset Hills 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.