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.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Pawtucket, RI
Within 30 miles of Pawtucket there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 9 of them are based in Pawtucket itself, and other nearby bases include Providence (13), Cranston (4), and North Attleborough (3). Distances run up to about 8 miles. The closest is AJ APPLIANCE Repair, about 0.2 miles away. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Pawtucket. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.4, 0.7 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
The leading options for Pawtucket are Wickford Appliance Sales & Service (1.3 miles away, 4.9 stars from 1,432 reviews, lists Saturday hours); JB Appliance Repair (3.8 miles away, based in Providence, 4.8 stars from 204 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mike H Appliance Repair (5.1 miles away, based in North Attleborough, 5.0 stars from 149 reviews); Wickford Appliance - Outlet Store (3.6 miles away, based in Cumberland, 4.9 stars from 769 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- An error code on the display
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
Why Dishwashers Break Down
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Pawtucket
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher smells bad.
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
Before inspecting or working on a dishwasher, unplug it or switch off its circuit breaker. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
When a dishwasher drains into a garbage disposer, the disposer's drain plug must be knocked out first; if it is left in, the dishwasher will not drain. 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:
- 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?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$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 Pawtucket
Most dishwasher calls in Pawtucket 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.
Rhode Island does not issue a license named for appliance repair, but its Department of Labor and Training licenses pipefitters and refrigeration technicians, including a limited natural gas service license that covers servicing gas-fueled appliances. Source: Bureau of Pipefitters, Refrigeration Technicians, Sprinklerfitters, Sheet Metal Workers and Oil Heat Contractors (260-RICR-30-15-2)
In Rhode Island, you can check a license with the Contractors' Registration and Licensing Board: Search a Registrant/Licensee or report a problem to the Rhode Island Attorney General, Consumer Protection Unit.
Questions to Ask a Pawtucket Technician
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Pawtucket, RI
Should I repair or replace my dishwasher?
Are you affiliated with any dishwasher brand?
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
Brand-Specific Dishwasher Repair, Pawtucket
Dishwasher Repair Near Pawtucket
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 Pawtucket technician a trip for parts.