Most dishwasher breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the filter and drain path, the drain pump, the water inlet valve, the door latch and the controls. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Missoula and the Missoula County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Missoula, MT
Within 60 miles of Missoula there are 10 appliance repair companies in our data. 6 list an address in Missoula, and other nearby bases include Hamilton (2), Corvallis (1), and Polson (1). Across 6 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 0.5 miles out. Missoula is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Missoula. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 1.0, 1.8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 10 |
At the top of the Missoula list: All Brands Appliance Service, Inc. (1.9 miles away, 4.9 stars from 1,264 reviews); John's Appliance Service LLC (1.8 miles away, 4.9 stars from 85 reviews); Appliance Pros (5.0 miles away, 4.6 stars from 73 reviews); Jimmy B's Appliance (7.6 miles away, 5.0 stars from 42 reviews).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher not filling with water.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
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
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
When a dishwasher drains into a garbage disposer, the disposer's drain plug must be knocked out first; if it is left in, the dishwasher will not drain. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
Before replacing a dishwasher in Missoula, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 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?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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?
- 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 Missoula
Most dishwasher calls in Missoula 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 Montana, you can check a license with the Montana DLI Construction Contractor Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Montana Department of Justice, Office of Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Missoula
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Missoula, MT
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Dishwasher Repair by Brand in Missoula
Dishwasher Repair Near Missoula
Before you call a Missoula 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.