A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. The Folsom list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Folsom, PA
Within 30 miles of Folsom there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Folsom itself, and other nearby bases include Philadelphia (10), Media (4), and Glenolden (3). True Value Appliance Repair Care is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Folsom. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Folsom. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.9, 1.1 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
At the top of the Folsom list: Gerhard's Appliances (17.6 miles away, based in Glenside, 4.7 stars from 2,869 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Gerhard's Appliance (20.0 miles away, based in Phoenixville, 4.9 stars from 426 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Gerhard's Appliances (20.7 miles away, based in Ambler, 4.9 stars from 1,042 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Cherry Hill (20.9 miles away, based in Marlton, 4.6 stars from 541 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- An error code on the display
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Folsom
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher not drying dishes.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
Before inspecting or working on a dishwasher, unplug it or switch off its circuit breaker. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a dishwasher in Folsom, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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?
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.
Dishwasher Notes for Folsom, PA
Most dishwasher calls in Folsom 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 Folsom
- 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?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Folsom, PA
Why won't my dishwasher drain?
Is there anything I can try first?
Should I repair or replace my dishwasher?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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Before you call a Folsom 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.