Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Cambridge and the Guernsey County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Cambridge
We found 37 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Cambridge. The rest are spread across Canton (5), Newark (4), and Pataskala (3). Distances run up to about 60 miles. The closest is Advanced Installations, about 7.5 miles away. Of those, 1 mentions dishwasher work by name. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Cambridge is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Cambridge. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 7.5, 22.5, 22.8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 21 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 37 |
First up for Cambridge: Sears Appliance Repair (22.8 miles away, based in Coshocton, 4.5 stars from 28 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Delaware and Newark (43.3 miles away, based in Newark, 4.8 stars from 896 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Advanced Installations (7.5 miles away, based in Lore City, 2.5 stars from 2 reviews); Dor-Mar Appliance Repair (42.7 miles away, based in Newark, 5.0 stars from 54 reviews).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- An error code on the display
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Cambridge
What Gets Fixed on a Cambridge Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher not filling with water.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
A dishwasher must be grounded; if the home wiring lacks a ground or the plug does not fit the outlet, a licensed electrician should correct it rather than modifying the plug. Source: Whirlpool - Dishwasher User Instructions
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:
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 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?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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 Cambridge, OH
Most dishwasher calls in Cambridge 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 Cambridge Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Cambridge, OH
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Dishwasher Repair by Brand in Cambridge
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Before you call a Cambridge 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.