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 Raleigh, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Raleigh, NC
40 repair companies serve Raleigh from within 30 miles. 20 list an address in Raleigh, and the rest are spread across Cary (6), Durham (5), and Wake Forest (3). The farthest listed company is about 16 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 39 businesses. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 2.1 miles away.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Raleigh. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 33 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.1, 2.6, 3.1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 25 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
First up for Raleigh: Mr. Appliance of Cary (9.1 miles away, based in Cary, 4.9 stars from 1,970 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Swift Appliance Repair (7.7 miles away, 5.0 stars from 127 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Q Repair Appliance Service LLC (3.9 miles away, 4.6 stars from 247 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.6 miles away, 4.6 stars from 212 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- An error code on the display
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Raleigh Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Raleigh
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$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?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 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?
- 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?
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 Raleigh
Raleigh Water (City of Raleigh Public Utilities), which supplies Raleigh, reports hardness of about 25 mg/L as CaCO3 (1.47 grains per gallon) on average, soft. Hard water leaves spots and film on glasses and builds up on dishwasher spray arms and inlet screens, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: City of Raleigh - Raleigh Water Reports
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 Raleigh
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- 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?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Raleigh, 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 Raleigh technician a trip for parts.