A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Bethlehem and the Northampton County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Bethlehem
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Bethlehem. 3 of them are based in Bethlehem itself, and the rest are spread across Allentown (6), Stroudsburg (4), and Doylestown (3). Nearest on the list: Lehigh Supply Appliance, around 1.1 miles out. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 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.
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 25 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 51 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 1.6, 2.2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 34 |
The leading options for Bethlehem are Mr. Appliance of Allentown (12.1 miles away, based in Allentown, 4.8 stars from 621 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Repair Team LLC (1.6 miles away, 4.7 stars from 26 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.4 miles away, based in Easton, 4.7 stars from 431 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.1 miles away, based in Whitehall Township, 4.6 stars from 250 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- An error code on the display
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Bethlehem
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher smells bad.
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
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
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Bethlehem
Before replacing a dishwasher in Bethlehem, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 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.
Around Bethlehem
Most dishwasher calls in Bethlehem 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.
Pennsylvania has no statewide license for appliance repair or for most construction trades; contractors doing home improvement work must register with the Attorney General, and some municipalities license trades such as plumbing. Source: Contractor Licensing (Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry)
In Pennsylvania, you can check a license with the PA Office of Attorney General Home Improvement Contractor Registration Search or report a problem to the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Bethlehem
- 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: Bethlehem, PA
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
Why is there standing water in my dishwasher?
How much does dishwasher repair cost in Bethlehem?
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Before you call a Bethlehem technician, clean the filter at the bottom of the tub, run the kitchen faucet until the water is hot and check that the drain hose under the sink is not kinked. If the problem stays, have the model number ready.