Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. 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 North Caldwell
Within 30 miles of North Caldwell there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Clifton (13), Wayne (3), and Fairfield (3). Distances run up to about 6 miles. Dan Marc Appliance is the nearest, roughly 1.3 miles from North Caldwell. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.6 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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.3, 1.5, 1.8 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
First up for North Caldwell: 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 (13.3 miles away, based in New Providence, 4.0 stars from 135 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Dunellen (21.5 miles away, based in Dunellen, 4.8 stars from 4 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Handler Appliance Inc (4.5 miles away, based in Wayne, 4.9 stars from 1,469 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- An error code on the display
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
Why Dishwashers Break Down
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher not drying dishes.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
If the dishwasher has no working shut-off valve of its own, close the main water supply to the house instead. 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
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.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
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 repair: $150–$350 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?
- Motor repair: $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?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. 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.
Local Notes for North Caldwell
Most dishwasher calls in North Caldwell 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.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in North Caldwell
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: North Caldwell, NJ
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Brand-Specific Dishwasher Repair, North Caldwell
Dishwasher Repair Near North Caldwell
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 North Caldwell technician a trip for parts.