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 Uniontown and the Fayette County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Uniontown, PA
Within 30 miles of Uniontown there are 19 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 list an address in Uniontown, and other nearby bases include Connellsville (2), Morgantown (2), and Irwin (2). The closest is Uniontown Applaince Repair., about 0.4 miles away. Across 17 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Uniontown. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 1.2, 4.1 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 14 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 19 |
First up for Uniontown: Don's Appliances (19.2 miles away, based in Morgantown, 4.9 stars from 593 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.2 miles away, 4.8 stars from 41 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Larry's Home Appliance Services, (4.1 miles away, 4.5 stars from 25 reviews); Uniontown Applaince Repair. (0.4 miles away, 3.0 stars from 12 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
Why Dishwashers Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Uniontown Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. 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.
Dishwasher Notes for Uniontown, PA
Most dishwasher calls in Uniontown 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 Uniontown Technician
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Uniontown, PA
Which areas near Uniontown do these technicians cover?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Can a dishwasher leak damage my floor?
Why are my dishes still wet?
Dishwasher Repair by Brand in Uniontown
Dishwasher Repair Near Uniontown
Before you call a Uniontown 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.