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 Mount Airy and the Surry County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Mount Airy
Within 60 miles of Mount Airy there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Winston-Salem (9), Kernersville (5), and Eden (3). Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars. The closest is Residential Appliance Services, about 3.7 miles away. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Mount Airy is inside its regular service area.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.7, 17.7, 19.8 |
First up for Mount Airy: Convenient Appliance Service (33.3 miles away, based in Winston-Salem, 4.9 stars from 2,279 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (35.4 miles away, based in Clemmons, 4.6 stars from 290 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Advanced Appliance Service (28.5 miles away, based in Winston-Salem, 4.6 stars from 2,746 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dugspur Appliance Repair Experts (17.7 miles away, based in Dugspur, 4.2 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Mount Airy
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher smells bad.
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
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:
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
- 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?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit 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.
What Mount Airy Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Mount Airy 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 Mount Airy
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Mount Airy, NC
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Dishwasher Repair by Brand in Mount Airy
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Mount Airy faster and cheaper.