When a dishwasher quits in Rome, 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 Rome, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Rome, NY
39 repair companies serve Rome from within 60 miles. 1 list an address in Rome, and other nearby bases include Syracuse (8), Utica (4), and Liverpool (4). Rome Appliance Repair Solutions is the nearest, roughly 1.6 miles from Rome. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 36 businesses. Rome is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Companies within 60 miles | 39 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 19 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.6, 12.1, 12.4 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
The leading options for Rome are Calhoun's Appliance Repair (13.2 miles away, based in Marcy, 4.8 stars from 97 reviews); Steve’s Appliance Repair LLC (12.4 miles away, based in Ava, 5.0 stars from 40 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Doctor (20.0 miles away, based in Utica, 4.5 stars from 36 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Jay's Appliance (33.4 miles away, based in Syracuse, 4.8 stars from 185 reviews).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- An error code on the display
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
Why Dishwashers Break Down
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher not filling with water.
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
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
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:
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 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 Rome
Most dishwasher calls in Rome 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 York State has no appliance repair license; home improvement contractor licensing is set locally, required in New York City and in Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, Putnam and Rockland counties. Source: NY Attorney General: Contractor tip card
In New York, you can report a problem to the New York State Office of the Attorney General, Bureau of Consumer Frauds and Protection.
Questions to Ask a Rome Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Rome, NY
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Dishwasher Repair by Brand in Rome
Dishwasher Repair Near Rome
Before you call a Rome technician, clean the filter at the bottom of the tub, run the kitchen faucet until the water is hot and check that the drain hose under the sink is not kinked. If the problem stays, have the model number ready.