When a dishwasher quits in Findlay, 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. 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.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Findlay, OH
40 repair companies serve Findlay from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Toledo (8), Lima (4), and Sylvania (3). 1 lists dishwasher work specifically. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 14.3 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 38 businesses. Findlay is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 14.3, 20.2, 24.8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 28 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 47 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 32 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
The leading options for Findlay are J&C Appliance Repair (48.6 miles away, based in Bellevue, 4.6 stars from 20 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (14.3 miles away, based in Fostoria, 4.6 stars from 123 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ace Appliance Sales & Service (39.8 miles away, based in Toledo, 4.9 stars from 4,272 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Center (36.0 miles away, based in Maumee, 4.5 stars from 1,424 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher smells bad.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
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
To keep dirty water from siphoning back into the dishwasher, the drain hose is run in a high loop (at least 32 inches high in GE's instructions) or through an air gap; an air gap is called for when local code requires it or when the drain connection sits less than 18 inches above the floor. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Findlay
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:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 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.
Around Findlay
Most dishwasher calls in Findlay 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 Findlay
- 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?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Findlay, OH
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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 Findlay technician a trip for parts.