When a dishwasher quits in Damascus, 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. Below are the companies within reach of Damascus, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Damascus, OR
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Damascus. 2 of them are based in Damascus itself, and other nearby bases include Portland (10), Oregon City (6), and Gresham (5). Distances run up to about 10 miles. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 32 businesses. The closest is Prime Damascus Appliance Repair, about 0.6 miles away.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Damascus. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 0.8, 4.7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
The leading options for Damascus are C D Commercial Dishwashers (22.5 miles away, based in Vancouver, 3.9 stars from 29 reviews); Home-Serv Appliance Repair (7.6 miles away, based in Portland, 5.0 stars from 331 reviews); Samsung Washer & Dryer Repair Gresham (4.7 miles away, based in Gresham, 5.0 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Clackamas (5.4 miles away, based in Clackamas, 4.9 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Damascus Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
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
Before inspecting or working on a dishwasher, unplug it or switch off its circuit breaker. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
Keep the drain hose free of kinks, twists and pinches, and follow local plumbing codes for the drain connection. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a dishwasher in Damascus, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Door spring repair: $50–$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?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. 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 Damascus
Most dishwasher calls in Damascus 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.
Before You Book in Damascus
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Damascus, OR
How do I get rid of a dishwasher odor?
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Dishwasher Repair by Brand in Damascus
Dishwasher Repair Near Damascus
A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Damascus faster and cheaper.