When a dishwasher quits in Pembroke, 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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Pembroke and the Robeson County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Pembroke
Within 30 miles of Pembroke there are 12 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Pembroke itself, and the rest are spread across Lumberton (4), Fayetteville (4), and Shannon (1). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. Nearest on the list: Glenn's Appliance Services, around 0.2 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 12 businesses.
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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 6 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 7.0, 10.4 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 12 |
At the top of the Pembroke list: Glenn's Appliance Services (0.2 miles away, 4.6 stars from 24 reviews); Moore Appliance Service (28.0 miles away, based in Fayetteville, 4.9 stars from 479 reviews); Trinity Appliance Service (11.2 miles away, based in Shannon, 4.9 stars from 67 reviews); Major Appliance Company (29.8 miles away, based in Fayetteville, 4.7 stars from 252 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
Why Dishwashers Break Down
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher smells bad.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
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.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
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 spring repair: $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?
- 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?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 per visit 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.
Local Notes for Pembroke
Most dishwasher calls in Pembroke 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 Pembroke Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Pembroke, NC
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Dishwasher Repair Near Pembroke
Before you call a Pembroke 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.