A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving University City and the St. Louis County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving University City, MO
Within 30 miles of University City there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in University City itself, and the rest are spread across St. Louis (24), Hazelwood (3), and Florissant (3). Distances run up to about 10 miles. Nearest on the list: All American Appliance and HVAC Services, around 0.5 miles out. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from University City. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 1.3, 1.6 |
First up for University City: Hoffmann Brothers (2.9 miles away, based in Brentwood, 4.9 stars from 11,938 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hoffmann Brothers (5.9 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.9 stars from 6,545 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All American Appliance and HVAC Services (0.5 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.7 stars from 2,771 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hoffmann Brothers (5.2 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.9 stars from 5,162 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a University City Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher not draining.
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
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
To keep dirty water from siphoning back into the dishwasher, the drain hose is run in a high loop (at least 32 inches high in GE's instructions) or through an air gap; an air gap is called for when local code requires it or when the drain connection sits less than 18 inches above the floor. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
Before replacing a dishwasher in University City, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 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?
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.
Around University City
Most dishwasher calls in University City 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 University City
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: University City, MO
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Before you call a University City 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.