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 Waveland and the Hancock County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Waveland, MS
18 repair companies serve Waveland from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Slidell (7), Picayune (3), and Bay St Louis (2). Distances run up to about 25 miles. Nearest on the list: Cox Appliance Repair LLC, around 2.6 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 17 businesses.
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| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 18 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.6, 2.8, 5.8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 6 |
First up for Waveland: Cox Appliance Repair LLC (2.6 miles away, based in Bay St Louis, 4.7 stars from 49 reviews); St. Tammany Appliances Repair Services, Llc (23.9 miles away, based in Slidell, 4.8 stars from 53 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (23.0 miles away, based in Picayune, 4.5 stars from 181 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Anchor Appliance And Electrical Repair (13.7 miles away, based in Long Beach, 4.0 stars from 35 reviews).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher smells bad.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
Hand soap, dish soap or laundry detergent can make a dishwasher over-suds and spill water onto the floor; use only automatic dishwasher detergent. 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
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Waveland
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?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 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?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. 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 Waveland
Most dishwasher calls in Waveland 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 Waveland
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- 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?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Waveland, MS
How do I get rid of a dishwasher odor?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
What does a dishwasher repair usually cost?
Is there anything I can try first?
Find Your Dishwasher Brand in Waveland
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Write down the model and serial number from the label on the edge of the dishwasher door or tub opening, and note any error code or blinking lights. It saves a Waveland technician a trip for parts.