When a dishwasher quits in Phillipsburg, 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 Phillipsburg, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Phillipsburg
Within 30 miles of Phillipsburg there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Phillipsburg, and other nearby bases include Allentown (6), Stroudsburg (4), and Bethlehem (3). The closest is Kay Home improvements and Appliances Repair LLC, about 0.3 miles away. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 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.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 43 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.5, 3.5 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 31 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
Closest matches for Phillipsburg: Kay Home improvements and Appliances Repair LLC (0.3 miles away, 4.9 stars from 41 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.5 miles away, based in Easton, 4.7 stars from 431 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (20.9 miles away, based in East Stroudsburg, 4.7 stars from 285 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Allentown (22.7 miles away, based in Allentown, 4.8 stars from 621 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Phillipsburg Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
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
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.
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:
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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 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?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
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.
Local Notes for Phillipsburg
Most dishwasher calls in Phillipsburg 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 Phillipsburg
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Phillipsburg, NJ
Is my dishwasher worth fixing?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
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 Phillipsburg technician a trip for parts.