Most dishwasher breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the filter and drain path, the drain pump, the water inlet valve, the door latch and the controls. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention dishwashers at the top.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Hightstown
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Hightstown. 1 list an address in Hightstown, and the rest are spread across Hamilton Township (8), Trenton (5), and Old Bridge (5). The farthest listed company is about 15 miles out. Nearest on the list: Jersey Appliance Inc., around 0.0 miles out. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hightstown. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.0, 7.1, 7.3 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
The leading options for Hightstown are Appliance Repair Dunellen (22.7 miles away, based in Dunellen, 4.8 stars from 4 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Star Appliance Service LLC (10.3 miles away, based in Monmouth Junction, 4.8 stars from 1,605 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Immediate Appliance Repair Service (13.9 miles away, based in Freehold, 4.8 stars from 872 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Jersey Appliance Inc. (0.0 miles away, 4.6 stars from 616 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Hightstown
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher smells bad or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
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
Built-in dishwashers are typically specified for their own properly grounded 120-volt branch circuit protected by a 15- or 20-amp breaker or time-delay fuse, with no extension cords or adapter plugs. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation 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 Hightstown
Before replacing a dishwasher in Hightstown, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Motor repair: $200–$500 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?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 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.
Dishwasher Notes for Hightstown, NJ
Most dishwasher calls in Hightstown 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.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Hightstown
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Hightstown, NJ
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Hightstown faster and cheaper.