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 Johnstown and the Cambria County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Johnstown, PA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Johnstown. 3 of them are based in Johnstown itself, and other nearby bases include Altoona (4), Duncansville (2), and Greensburg (2). The farthest listed company is about 48 miles out. R & R Appliance Parts and Repair LLC is the nearest, roughly 1.3 miles from Johnstown. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Johnstown is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Johnstown. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.3, 3.6, 5.1 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
The leading options for Johnstown are R & R Appliance Parts and Repair LLC (1.3 miles away, 5.0 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Martin Appliance (34.7 miles away, based in Altoona, 4.9 stars from 727 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dean's Appliance Repair LLC (23.4 miles away, based in Somerset, 4.8 stars from 140 reviews); Ross Appliance (44.8 miles away, based in Monroeville, 4.9 stars from 769 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Johnstown
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Johnstown
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher not drying dishes.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
A leak from the water supply line tends to show up as dampness under the front of the unit; leaks at the door often trace back to a dirty, loose or damaged gasket, a bent or loose latch, or a unit that is not level. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
Before inspecting or working on a dishwasher, unplug it or switch off its circuit breaker. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
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.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
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:
- Motor repair: $200–$500 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?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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?
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 Johnstown
Most dishwasher calls in Johnstown 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 Johnstown
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Johnstown, PA
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Before you call a Johnstown 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.