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 Hershey
Within 30 miles of Hershey there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Harrisburg (10), Mechanicsburg (4), and Lancaster (4). 1 lists dishwasher work specifically. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 2.2 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 39 businesses.
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| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.2, 3.4, 3.5 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 49 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 30 |
The leading options for Hershey are Dependable Lebanon Appliance Repair (14.9 miles away, based in Lebanon, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Mechanicsburg (13.6 miles away, based in Lemoyne, 4.9 stars from 1,082 reviews); Pinnacle Handyman Services (19.9 miles away, based in Mechanicsburg, 5.0 stars from 282 reviews, lists Saturday hours); BNG Appliance Repair (Pennsylvania Only) (7.4 miles away, based in Annville, 4.9 stars from 42 reviews).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- An error code on the display
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Hershey Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
Built-in dishwashers are typically specified for their own properly grounded 120-volt branch circuit protected by a 15- or 20-amp breaker or time-delay fuse, with no extension cords or adapter plugs. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation 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
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:
- 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?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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.
Local Notes for Hershey
Most dishwasher calls in Hershey 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.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Hershey
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Hershey, PA
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Write down the model and serial number from the label on the edge of the dishwasher door or tub opening, and note any error code or blinking lights. It saves a Hershey technician a trip for parts.