A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. 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.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Athens
32 repair companies serve Athens from within 60 miles. 1 of them are based in Athens itself, and other nearby bases include Newark (4), Pataskala (3), and Jackson (2). Distances run up to about 59 miles. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.0 stars. Nearest on the list: Kochis Appliance Heating & Air, around 3.2 miles out. Athens is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.2, 4.3, 20.9 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 32 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 18 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
First up for Athens: Kochis Appliance Heating & Air (3.2 miles away, based in Millfield, 4.5 stars from 39 reviews); Four Seasons Appliance Repair LLC (4.3 miles away, 4.2 stars from 30 reviews); JD’s Hometown Appliance LLC (35.2 miles away, based in Jackson, 4.8 stars from 64 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Delaware and Newark (53.0 miles away, based in Newark, 4.8 stars from 896 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Athens
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher not drying dishes.
Water, Power and Safety First
A leak from the water supply line tends to show up as dampness under the front of the unit; leaks at the door often trace back to a dirty, loose or damaged gasket, a bent or loose latch, or a unit that is not level. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
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
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.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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.
Dishwasher Notes for Athens, OH
Most dishwasher calls in Athens 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.
Questions to Ask a Athens Technician
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Athens, OH
Why is there standing water in my dishwasher?
Should I repair or replace my dishwasher?
Can a dishwasher leak damage my floor?
Why are my dishes still wet?
Dishwasher Repair by Brand in Athens
Dishwasher Repair Near Athens
Before you call a Athens 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.