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 Exeter and the Luzerne County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Exeter, PA
We found 31 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Exeter. 1 list an address in Exeter, and other nearby bases include Scranton (7), Pittston (3), and Kingston (2). Nearest on the list: Voitek TV & Appliance Inc, around 1.0 miles out. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.2 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.
| Companies within 30 miles | 31 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 17 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 1.8, 1.9 |
Closest matches for Exeter: Sears Appliance Repair (6.4 miles away, based in Kingston, 4.7 stars from 164 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.2 miles away, based in Pittston, 5.0 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Voitek TV & Appliance Inc (1.0 miles away, 4.4 stars from 111 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.1 miles away, based in Scranton, 4.8 stars from 177 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Exeter
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
Shut off the dishwasher's water supply during repairs or whenever it is leaking; the valve is usually under the kitchen sink on the branch line that runs to the dishwasher, and it closes by turning clockwise. 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
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.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Exeter
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:
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 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?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit 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.
Dishwasher Notes for Exeter, PA
Most dishwasher calls in Exeter 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.
Questions to Ask a Exeter Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Exeter, PA
Why is there standing water in my dishwasher?
What should I do if my dishwasher is leaking?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Dishwasher Repair by Brand in Exeter
Dishwasher Repair Near Exeter
Before you call a Exeter 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.