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 Garner and the Wake County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Garner, NC
Within 30 miles of Garner there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 of them are based in Garner itself, and the rest are spread across Raleigh (19), Cary (6), and Fuquay-Varina (4). The farthest listed company is about 15 miles out. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. The closest is Ark Appliance Repair Service LLC., about 1.5 miles away.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.5, 4.4, 4.8 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 26 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 34 |
Closest matches for Garner: Sears Appliance Repair (26.3 miles away, based in Dunn, 4.6 stars from 128 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Cary (10.6 miles away, based in Cary, 4.9 stars from 1,970 reviews, lists Saturday hours); JNJ Dryer Vent Cleaning (13.5 miles away, based in Holly Springs, 5.0 stars from 3,144 reviews); Swift Appliance Repair (4.8 miles away, based in Raleigh, 5.0 stars from 127 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- An error code on the display
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher not drying dishes.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
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
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?
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:
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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.
Around Garner
Most dishwasher calls in Garner 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.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Garner
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Garner, NC
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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 Garner technician a trip for parts.