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.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Pendleton
Within 60 miles of Pendleton there are 17 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Pasco (4), Walla Walla (3), and Kennewick (3). Distances run up to about 48 miles. Nearest on the list: Bob's Appliance Sales & Service, around 27.5 miles out. Across 17 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. Pendleton is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 17 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 27.5, 30.1, 34.8 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 8 |
The leading options for Pendleton are Columbia Appliance (30.1 miles away, based in Umatilla, 4.9 stars from 423 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Batteries Plus Phone Repair (34.8 miles away, based in Walla Walla, 4.8 stars from 45 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UDG Services LLC (44.4 miles away, based in Richland, 4.9 stars from 142 reviews); Smart Appliance Repair (47.8 miles away, based in Richland, 4.8 stars from 104 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Pendleton
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Pendleton
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher not filling with water.
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
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
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.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a dishwasher in Pendleton, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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 replacement: $150–$600 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?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. 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 Pendleton, OR
Most dishwasher calls in Pendleton 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.
Questions to Ask a Pendleton Technician
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Pendleton, OR
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Pendleton faster and cheaper.