Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Glenside and the Montgomery County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Glenside
Within 30 miles of Glenside there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Glenside, and the rest are spread across Philadelphia (16), Horsham (3), and Hatboro (3). Distances run up to about 8 miles. The closest is Gerhard's Appliances, about 0.3 miles away. 2 list dishwasher work specifically. The 40 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Glenside. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.4, 1.4 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 26 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 47 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
First up for Glenside: Gerhard's Appliances (0.3 miles away, 4.7 stars from 2,869 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Gerhard's Appliances (6.7 miles away, based in Ambler, 4.9 stars from 1,042 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Gerhard's Appliance (20.4 miles away, based in Phoenixville, 4.9 stars from 426 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Cherry Hill (17.6 miles away, based in Marlton, 4.6 stars from 541 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
Why Dishwashers Break Down
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Glenside
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher smells bad or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
When a dishwasher drains into a garbage disposer, the disposer's drain plug must be knocked out first; if it is left in, the dishwasher will not drain. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
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 repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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?
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.
Around Glenside
Most dishwasher calls in Glenside 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 Glenside
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Glenside, PA
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Before you call a Glenside 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.