When a dishwasher quits in Colonia, 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 Colonia and the Middlesex County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Colonia, NJ
Within 30 miles of Colonia there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Perth Amboy (6), Edison (4), and Linden (4). Distances run up to about 6 miles. Edison Appliance Repair Service is the nearest, roughly 1.3 miles from Colonia. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
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 | 1 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.3, 1.3, 1.7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 52 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
First up for Colonia: Express Repair New York (21.0 miles away, based in Brooklyn, 4.7 stars from 2,471 reviews, lists Saturday hours); George's Appliance Service (9.2 miles away, based in New Providence, 4.0 stars from 135 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Dunellen (7.6 miles away, based in Dunellen, 4.8 stars from 4 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pay Less Repair Services LLC (5.8 miles away, based in Edison, 4.8 stars from 186 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
Why Dishwashers Break Down
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher not filling with water.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
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.
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:
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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?
- 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.
Around Colonia
Most dishwasher calls in Colonia 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 Colonia Technician
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Colonia, NJ
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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 Colonia technician a trip for parts.