When a dishwasher quits in Apex, 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. The Apex list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Apex, NC
Within 30 miles of Apex there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Apex, and the rest are spread across Raleigh (16), Cary (6), and Durham (6). Distances run up to about 18 miles. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.7 miles away.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Apex. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.7, 1.9, 4.0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 30 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
Closest matches for Apex: JNJ Dryer Vent Cleaning (4.8 miles away, based in Holly Springs, 5.0 stars from 3,144 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Cary (5.8 miles away, based in Cary, 4.9 stars from 1,970 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Swift Appliance Repair (17.5 miles away, based in Raleigh, 5.0 stars from 127 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bud Matthews Services (12.1 miles away, based in Chapel Hill, 4.8 stars from 808 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Apex
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Apex
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher smells bad or dishwasher not draining.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
Keep the drain hose free of kinks, twists and pinches, and follow local plumbing codes for the drain connection. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Apex
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 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?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit 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.
Local Notes for Apex
Most dishwasher calls in Apex 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.
North Carolina has no license specific to appliance repair; work on gas appliances, fuel piping and heating equipment is regulated by the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors, with an exemption for minor repairs that don't change fuel type, venting or piping. Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. ยง 87-21 (NC General Assembly)
In North Carolina, you can check a license with the NC Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Board public license search or report a problem to the North Carolina Department of Justice, Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Apex
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- 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?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Apex, NC
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Before you call a Apex 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.