Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. The Southern Pines list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Southern Pines
We found 23 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Southern Pines. 1 of them are based in Southern Pines itself, and other nearby bases include Fayetteville (11), Sanford (6), and Ellerbe (1). Rated companies nearby average 4.0 stars across 23 businesses. Nearest on the list: Moore Appliance Service, around 2.4 miles out.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Southern Pines. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 23 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 14 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.4, 17.2, 20.6 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
At the top of the Southern Pines list: Moore Appliance Service (2.4 miles away, 4.9 stars from 760 reviews); Moore Appliance Service (27.3 miles away, based in Fayetteville, 4.9 stars from 479 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (23.6 miles away, based in Sanford, 4.6 stars from 248 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Live Appliances Repair Service NC (29.6 miles away, based in Sanford, 4.9 stars from 191 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- An error code on the display
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
Why Dishwashers Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Southern Pines Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining 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
Before inspecting or working on a dishwasher, unplug it or switch off its circuit breaker. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Southern Pines
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?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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 Southern Pines
Most dishwasher calls in Southern Pines 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 Southern Pines
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Southern Pines, NC
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Should I repair or replace my dishwasher?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
What should I do if my dishwasher is leaking?
Brand-Specific Dishwasher Repair, Southern Pines
Dishwasher Repair Near Southern Pines
Before you call a Southern Pines 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.