When a dishwasher quits in Richland, 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 Richland and the Rankin County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Richland, MS
Our data shows 37 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Richland. Other nearby bases include Jackson (20), Brandon (6), and Pearl (4). Distances run up to about 16 miles. Nearest on the list: Best Appliance Service, Inc., around 2.8 miles out. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Richland. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 19 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 37 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.8, 2.9, 4.4 |
Closest matches for Richland: Mr. Appliance of Madison (15.0 miles away, based in Madison, 4.5 stars from 179 reviews); Elmcrest Appliance Repair Handlers (2.9 miles away, based in Pearl, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews); Prime Appliance Repair Services (5.3 miles away, based in Jackson, 5.0 stars from 4 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quality Appliance Repair (5.6 miles away, based in Jackson, 5.0 stars from 4 reviews).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
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
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?
Most dishwasher repairs involve one part and an hour or so of labor, which is why many are worth pricing before you shop for a new one. Published ranges:
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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?
- 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.
Local Notes for Richland
Most dishwasher calls in Richland 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.
Mississippi's State Board of Contractors has no appliance repair classification; it licenses mechanical, HVAC and plumbing contractors, with residential mechanical and plumbing subcontractors required to hold a license. Source: MSBOC: Classifications
In Mississippi, you can check a license with the MSBOC Check A License or report a problem to the Mississippi Attorney General's Office, Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Richland
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Richland, MS
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Should I repair or replace my dishwasher?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Richland faster and cheaper.