When a dishwasher quits in Roanoke Rapids, 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 Roanoke Rapids and the Halifax County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Roanoke Rapids, NC
Within 60 miles of Roanoke Rapids there are 27 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Roanoke Rapids, and the rest are spread across Petersburg (4), Rocky Mount (2), and Youngsville (2). Distances run up to about 60 miles. Of those, 2 mention dishwasher work by name. Gordon’s Appliance Repair, LLC is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Roanoke Rapids. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 23 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Roanoke Rapids 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.
| Mention dishwasher work | 2 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 32.9, 33.5 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 13 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 27 |
Closest matches for Roanoke Rapids: JB Appliance Solutions (36.9 miles away, based in Nashville, 4.9 stars from 638 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (41.9 miles away, based in Franklin, 4.5 stars from 184 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Gordon’s Appliance Repair, LLC (1.2 miles away); Sears Appliance Repair (32.9 miles away, based in La Crosse, 4.6 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
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.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Roanoke Rapids
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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.
Dishwasher Notes for Roanoke Rapids, NC
Most dishwasher calls in Roanoke Rapids 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. § 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 Roanoke Rapids
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
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Brand-Specific Dishwasher Repair, Roanoke Rapids
Dishwasher Repair Near Roanoke Rapids
A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Roanoke Rapids faster and cheaper.