When a dishwasher quits in Camden, 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. Below are the companies within reach of Camden, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Camden, NJ
40 repair companies serve Camden from within 30 miles. 3 list an address in Camden, and the rest are spread across Philadelphia (22), Cherry Hill Township (9), and Haddonfield (3). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. Nearest on the list: Top Appliance Repair Camden, around 0.8 miles out. 1 lists dishwasher work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 34 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Camden. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 0.8, 1.9 |
Closest matches for Camden: Gerhard's Appliances (11.9 miles away, based in Glenside, 4.7 stars from 2,869 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Cherry Hill (9.3 miles away, based in Marlton, 4.6 stars from 541 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Gerhard's Appliances (18.1 miles away, based in Ambler, 4.9 stars from 1,042 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Gerhard's Appliance (26.5 miles away, based in Phoenixville, 4.9 stars from 426 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Camden Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
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
Before inspecting or working on a dishwasher, unplug it or switch off its circuit breaker. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
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.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
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:
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. 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.
Around Camden
Most dishwasher calls in Camden 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 Jersey has no license specific to appliance repair; plumbing work is reserved to state-licensed master plumbers, and gas piping work on the customer side of the meter falls under HVACR contractor licensing, both overseen by boards in the Division of Consumer Affairs. Source: NJ Division of Consumer Affairs: State Board of Examiners of Master Plumbers rule notice
In New Jersey, you can check a license with the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs License Verification System or report a problem to the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs.
Questions to Ask a Camden Technician
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Camden, NJ
What should I do if my dishwasher is leaking?
Do you cover Camden and nearby towns?
What should I check before calling?
Why won't my dishwasher drain?
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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 Camden technician a trip for parts.