When a dishwasher quits in Sparks, 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. The Sparks list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Sparks, NV
Within 30 miles of Sparks there are 26 appliance repair companies in our data. 5 list an address in Sparks, and the rest are spread across Reno (15), Carson City (3), and Sun Valley (1). Nearest on the list: Sargents Appliance Sales and Repair Service, around 3.3 miles out. The 22 rated companies in range average 4.3 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.
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 26 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 17 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.3, 3.5, 3.6 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
At the top of the Sparks list: Mr. Appliance of Reno (5.2 miles away, based in Reno, 4.8 stars from 925 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.2 miles away, based in Reno, 4.5 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sargents Appliance Sales and Repair Service (3.3 miles away, 4.9 stars from 330 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.6 miles away, 4.7 stars from 124 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher not drying dishes.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
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
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 Sparks
Before replacing a dishwasher in Sparks, 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?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. 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 Sparks, NV
Most dishwasher calls in Sparks 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.
Nevada has no license class for appliance repair as such; contracting work on gas piping, gas vents and water heaters falls under the State Contractors Board's C-1 plumbing and heating subclassifications. Source: Nevada Administrative Code Chapter 624 (NAC 624.190)
In Nevada, you can check a license with the Nevada State Contractors Board License Search or report a problem to the Nevada Attorney General, Bureau of Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Sparks
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Sparks faster and cheaper.