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 Carolina Beach and the New Hanover County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Carolina Beach
We found 15 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Carolina Beach. The rest are spread across Wilmington (11), Southport (1), and Navassa (1). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. Nearest on the list: A & D Appliance Repair, around 10.0 miles out. Across 14 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 7 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 15 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 10.0, 10.9, 11.3 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
Closest matches for Carolina Beach: Mr. Appliance of Wilmington NC (17.5 miles away, based in Wilmington, 4.8 stars from 1,215 reviews); Jamerson Appliance Repair (12.4 miles away, based in Southport, 4.9 stars from 830 reviews); Appliance Service Co (11.3 miles away, based in Wilmington, 4.7 stars from 240 reviews); Island Appliance Repair (16.2 miles away, based in Navassa, 4.8 stars from 647 reviews).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
Why Dishwashers Break Down
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher smells bad or dishwasher not filling with water.
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
Before inspecting or working on a dishwasher, unplug it or switch off its circuit breaker. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
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:
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 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?
When an aging dishwasher no longer has manufacturer coverage and needs frequent or major repairs, start planning for a replacement. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Dishwasher Notes for Carolina Beach, NC
Most dishwasher calls in Carolina Beach 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.
Questions to Ask a Carolina Beach Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Carolina Beach, NC
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Brand-Specific Dishwasher Repair, Carolina Beach
Dishwasher Repair Near Carolina Beach
A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Carolina Beach faster and cheaper.