A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. The Oxford list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Oxford
Within 30 miles of Oxford there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Wilmington (11), New Castle (5), and Newark (4). Distances run up to about 24 miles. Nearest on the list: Abbott Appliance, around 9.0 miles out. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Oxford. 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 | 24 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 9.0, 13.8, 14.2 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 26 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
The leading options for Oxford are Abbott Appliance (9.0 miles away, based in Elkton, 5.0 stars from 331 reviews); Martin Appliance (13.8 miles away, based in New Providence, 4.9 stars from 790 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.0 miles away, based in Newark, 4.5 stars from 271 reviews, lists Saturday hours); County Appliance Service (23.5 miles away, based in St Georges, 4.9 stars from 198 reviews).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- An error code on the display
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Oxford
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher not draining.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
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
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.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Oxford
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
When an aging dishwasher no longer has manufacturer coverage and needs frequent or major repairs, start planning for a replacement. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Local Notes for Oxford
Most dishwasher calls in Oxford 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 Oxford Technician
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Oxford, PA
Why are my dishes still wet?
Is my dishwasher worth fixing?
Which areas near Oxford do these technicians cover?
What should I check before calling?
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Before you call a Oxford 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.