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 Washington
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Washington. 1 of them are based in Washington itself, and the rest are spread across Stroudsburg (4), Bethlehem (3), and Dover (3). The farthest listed company is about 26 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 35 businesses. The closest is Appliance Master Washington, about 0.2 miles away.
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 a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 36 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 53 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 11.1, 11.4 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
At the top of the Washington list: Appliance Repair Dunellen (29.6 miles away, based in Dunellen, 4.8 stars from 4 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Barry's Appliance (25.5 miles away, based in Bridgewater, 4.8 stars from 876 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.3 miles away, based in East Stroudsburg, 4.7 stars from 285 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Kay Home improvements and Appliances Repair LLC (11.4 miles away, based in Phillipsburg, 4.9 stars from 41 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Washington
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher smells bad.
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
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.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Washington
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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.
Dishwasher Notes for Washington, NJ
Most dishwasher calls in Washington 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 Washington
- 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?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Washington, NJ
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
How much does dishwasher repair cost in Washington?
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Washington faster and cheaper.