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 Akron and the Summit County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Akron, OH
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Akron. 6 of them are based in Akron itself, and other nearby bases include Canton (5), Brunswick (3), and Cuyahoga Falls (2). Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 38 businesses. Nearest on the list: Appliance Repair Akron OH, around 0.5 miles out.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Akron. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 33 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 2.8, 3.8 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
The leading options for Akron are Eastside Maytag (5.0 miles away, 4.6 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Akron (4.2 miles away, 4.8 stars from 642 reviews); Total Appliance Service Inc (20.3 miles away, based in Broadview Heights, 4.7 stars from 2,450 reviews, lists Saturday hours); C. Gaiter Appliances LLC (5.3 miles away, based in Fairlawn, 4.5 stars from 42 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
Why Dishwashers Break Down
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher not draining.
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
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- 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?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
When an aging dishwasher no longer has manufacturer coverage and needs frequent or major repairs, start planning for a replacement. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Around Akron
Most dishwasher calls in Akron 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.
Ohio has no state license for appliance repair; the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses commercial contractors in plumbing, hydronics, refrigeration, HVAC and electrical, and residential contractor work is generally overseen locally. Source: Ohio Department of Commerce: OCILB Contractor Complaint Form
In Ohio, you can check a license with the Ohio Department of Commerce OCILB Company Licensee Lookup or report a problem to the Ohio Attorney General, Consumer Protection Section.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Akron
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Akron, OH
Why is there standing water in my dishwasher?
Is there anything I can try first?
Why are my dishes still wet?
Dishwasher Repair by Brand in Akron
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Before you call a Akron 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.