A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. Below are the companies within reach of Franklin, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Franklin
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Franklin. 4 list an address in Franklin, and the rest are spread across Seneca (4), Waynesville (3), and Brevard (3). The 40 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.4 miles away. Franklin is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Franklin. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 3.1, 4.5 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 30 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 30 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
At the top of the Franklin list: Peavy's Appliance Services (7.3 miles away, 4.9 stars from 54 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dave's Appliance Services (3.1 miles away, 4.8 stars from 14 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, 4.6 stars from 30 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A-1 Appliance Service (31.1 miles away, based in Waynesville, 4.7 stars from 236 reviews).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Franklin
What Gets Fixed on a Franklin Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
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
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
Before replacing a dishwasher in Franklin, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 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?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
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 Franklin
Most dishwasher calls in Franklin 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.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Franklin
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Franklin, NC
What should I check before calling?
How much does dishwasher repair cost in Franklin?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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Dishwasher Repair Near Franklin
A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Franklin faster and cheaper.