When a dishwasher quits in Philadelphia, the first question is whether it is a clog you can clear yourself or a failed part, and that decides whether you need a technician at all. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Philadelphia and the Philadelphia County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Philadelphia, PA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Philadelphia. 34 list an address in Philadelphia, and other nearby bases include Camden (2), Bala Cynwyd (1), and Elkins Park (1). Nearest on the list: First Rate Appliance Repair Masters, around 0.8 miles out. Across 39 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Philadelphia. 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 | 1 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 49 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 2.0, 2.2 |
Closest matches for Philadelphia: Gerhard's Appliances (6.8 miles away, based in Glenside, 4.7 stars from 2,869 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Gerhard's Appliances (13.0 miles away, based in Ambler, 4.9 stars from 1,042 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Cherry Hill (12.5 miles away, based in Marlton, 4.6 stars from 541 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Gerhard's Appliance (23.0 miles away, based in Phoenixville, 4.9 stars from 426 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Philadelphia
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher not drying dishes.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
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
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
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Philadelphia
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- 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?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 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?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. 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 Philadelphia
Philadelphia Water Department, which supplies Philadelphia, reports hardness of moderately hard to hard depending on the treatment plant: roughly 100 ppm (Baxter), about 130 ppm (Belmont) and about 150 ppm (Queen Lane) as calcium carbonate. Hard water leaves spots and film on glasses and builds up on dishwasher spray arms and inlet screens, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: Tap You Can Trust - Philadelphia Water Department
The Society Hill Historic District, designated by the Philadelphia Historical Commission in 1999, is made up largely of 18th- and early 19th-century Georgian, Federal and Greek Revival brick rowhouses. Source: Society Hill Historic District - Philadelphia Historical Commission
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 Philadelphia Technician
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Philadelphia, PA
Why won't my dishwasher drain?
Should I repair or replace my dishwasher?
How much does dishwasher repair cost in Philadelphia?
Dishwasher Repair by Brand in Philadelphia
Dishwasher Repair Near Philadelphia
Before you call a Philadelphia 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.