Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. 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 Albany, OR
13 repair companies serve Albany from within 30 miles. 2 of them are based in Albany itself, and the rest are spread across Salem (7), Corvallis (2), and Independence (1). The farthest listed company is about 23 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 12 businesses. The closest is Xigent Appliance Repair, Inc., about 1.1 miles away.
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.
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 2.1, 8.2 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 13 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
Closest matches for Albany: Xigent Appliance Repair, Inc. (1.1 miles away, 4.8 stars from 1,237 reviews); Givens Appliance Repair (18.8 miles away, based in Salem, 4.9 stars from 87 reviews); Appliance Hospital - Salem (22.7 miles away, based in Salem, 4.5 stars from 226 reviews); United Repair Co (22.5 miles away, based in Salem, 4.4 stars from 140 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
Why Dishwashers Break Down
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher smells bad or dishwasher not filling with water.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
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
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:
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour 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.
Local Notes for Albany
Most dishwasher calls in Albany 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.
Oregon has no license issued specifically for appliance repair that we could confirm, but anyone installing or servicing liquefied petroleum (LP) gas appliances needs an LP gas fitter license from the Oregon State Fire Marshal. Source: Liquefied Petroleum Gas licensing (Oregon State Fire Marshal)
In Oregon, you can check a license with the Oregon Construction Contractors Board Contractor/License Search or report a problem to the Oregon Department of Justice, Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Albany
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Albany, OR
Why won't my dishwasher drain?
How do I get rid of a dishwasher odor?
Can a dishwasher leak damage my floor?
Brand-Specific Dishwasher Repair, Albany
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Albany faster and cheaper.