A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. 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 Lodi
Within 30 miles of Lodi there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Lodi, and the rest are spread across Clifton (7), Hackensack (6), and Passaic (6). The farthest listed company is about 4 miles out. Nearest on the list: Mastercare Appliance Repair Handlers, around 0.3 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 36 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lodi. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 1.4, 1.5 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
First up for Lodi: Express Repair New York (15.5 miles away, based in Brooklyn, 4.7 stars from 2,471 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sam The Man Repairs LLC (3.0 miles away, based in Passaic, 5.0 stars from 753 reviews, lists Saturday hours); George's Appliance Service (20.7 miles away, based in New Providence, 4.0 stars from 135 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Repair Porter - Manhasset (20.8 miles away, based in Plandome, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- An error code on the display
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
Why Dishwashers Break Down
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Lodi
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher smells bad.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
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.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
Before replacing a dishwasher in Lodi, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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?
- 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?
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.
What Lodi Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Lodi 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.
Before You Book in Lodi
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Lodi, NJ
Should I repair or replace my dishwasher?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
What should I check before calling?
Dishwasher Repair by Brand in Lodi
Dishwasher Repair Near Lodi
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 Lodi technician a trip for parts.