A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. The Cheviot list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Cheviot, OH
Within 30 miles of Cheviot there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Cincinnati (27), Covington (4), and Erlanger (2). The farthest listed company is about 12 miles out. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 1.1 miles out. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 1.7, 1.9 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 32 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
First up for Cheviot: Niceley’s Appliance Repair Inc. (9.9 miles away, based in Erlanger, 4.8 stars from 2,056 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A-1 Appliance Service Co (9.0 miles away, based in Cincinnati, 4.8 stars from 1,034 reviews); Hagedorn's Appliance (10.4 miles away, based in Erlanger, 4.8 stars from 1,208 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Don Bacon Appliance Service (4.4 miles away, based in Cincinnati, 4.7 stars from 151 reviews).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
Why Dishwashers Break Down
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher smells bad.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
If the dishwasher has no working shut-off valve of its own, close the main water supply to the house instead. Source: GE Appliances - Dishwasher Water Shut-Off Location
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.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Cheviot
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?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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 Cheviot, OH
Most dishwasher calls in Cheviot 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.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Cheviot
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Cheviot, OH
What should I check before calling?
Is my dishwasher worth fixing?
Which areas near Cheviot do these technicians cover?
Find Your Dishwasher Brand in Cheviot
Dishwasher Repair Near Cheviot
Write down the model and serial number from the label on the edge of the dishwasher door or tub opening, and note any error code or blinking lights. It saves a Cheviot technician a trip for parts.