A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Dover and the Strafford County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Dover, NH
21 repair companies serve Dover from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Epping (2), Haverhill (2), and Hooksett (2). Distances run up to about 30 miles. 1 of them mentions dishwasher work in their listing or website. The closest is PJ's Appliance Repair, about 5.8 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 20 businesses.
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.
| Companies within 30 miles | 21 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 5.8, 6.8, 7.9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 9 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
At the top of the Dover list: Sears Appliance Repair (25.5 miles away, based in Newburyport, 4.6 stars from 321 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Batteries Plus Phone Repair (7.9 miles away, based in Newington, 4.9 stars from 198 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lew's Appliance Repair (6.8 miles away, based in Durham, 4.8 stars from 67 reviews); Baron's Major Brands Appliances - Plaistow (27.9 miles away, based in Plaistow, 4.8 stars from 908 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- 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 smells bad.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
A leak from the water supply line tends to show up as dampness under the front of the unit; leaks at the door often trace back to a dirty, loose or damaged gasket, a bent or loose latch, or a unit that is not level. 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 Dover
Before replacing a dishwasher in Dover, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 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.
Local Notes for Dover
Most dishwasher calls in Dover 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.
New Hampshire has no license for appliance repair as such; fuel gas work, including gas appliance installation and service, is licensed by the Mechanical Safety and Licensing Board, whose licenses are limited to their named specialty. Source: N.H. RSA 153:29 (NH General Court)
In New Hampshire, you can check a license with the NH Office of Professional Licensure and Certification License Lookup or report a problem to the New Hampshire Department of Justice, Consumer Protection & Antitrust Bureau.
Questions to Ask a Dover Technician
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Dover, NH
What should I check before calling?
What should I do if my dishwasher is leaking?
Are you affiliated with any dishwasher brand?
Which areas near Dover do these technicians cover?
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Before you call a Dover 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.