A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Shiprock and the San Juan County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Shiprock, NM
Our data shows 8 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Shiprock. The rest are spread across Durango (4), Farmington (3), and Cortez (1). Across 8 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. The closest is Appliance Service Co.., about 27.0 miles away. Shiprock is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Shiprock. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 27.0, 29.7, 30.5 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 8 |
Closest matches for Shiprock: Appliance Service Co.. (27.0 miles away, based in Farmington, 4.5 stars from 15 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (30.5 miles away, based in Farmington, 3.3 stars from 49 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A-OK Appliance Repair LLC (50.8 miles away, based in Durango, 4.8 stars from 16 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Star Tech Appliance LLC. (29.7 miles away, based in Farmington, 4.3 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
Why Dishwashers Break Down
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher not filling with water.
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
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:
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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.
Dishwasher Notes for Shiprock, NM
Most dishwasher calls in Shiprock 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 Mexico has no appliance-repair-only license; installing, repairing and servicing natural gas piping and listed gas appliances falls under the Construction Industries Division's MM-2 natural gas fitting classification. Source: CID License Classifications and Scopes (City of Albuquerque)
In New Mexico, you can check a license with the NM Regulation and Licensing Department, Construction Industries: Verify a License or report a problem to the New Mexico Department of Justice (Attorney General), Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Shiprock
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Shiprock, NM
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why are my dishes still wet?
Is my dishwasher worth fixing?
Dishwasher Repair by Brand in Shiprock
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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 Shiprock technician a trip for parts.