Most dishwasher breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the filter and drain path, the drain pump, the water inlet valve, the door latch and the controls. The Charleston list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Charleston, SC
Within 30 miles of Charleston there are 33 appliance repair companies in our data. 11 of them are based in Charleston itself, and the rest are spread across Summerville (6), North Charleston (5), and Mt Pleasant (3). The closest is Appliance Repair Charleston Experts, about 1.7 miles away. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 19 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.7, 2.1, 2.4 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 33 |
At the top of the Charleston list: 911 Service Today (2.9 miles away, 4.9 stars from 1,001 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AVIV Appliance Pros (4.8 miles away, based in North Charleston, 4.9 stars from 1,663 reviews); Appliance Fixicians (6.4 miles away, based in Mt Pleasant, 5.0 stars from 151 reviews); Dynamic Appliances (14.3 miles away, based in Ladson, 4.8 stars from 577 reviews).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Charleston
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher smells bad or dishwasher not draining.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
If the dishwasher has no working shut-off valve of its own, close the main water supply to the house instead. Source: GE Appliances - Dishwasher Water Shut-Off Location
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
Keep the drain hose free of kinks, twists and pinches, and follow local plumbing codes for the drain connection. 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:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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 Charleston
Charleston Water System, which supplies Charleston, reports hardness of about 54 ppm (roughly 3.2 grains per gallon) as a 2022 average; soft water. 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: Charleston Water System water characteristics table (2022 averages), as published by the Town of Sullivan's Island
South Carolina does not issue a license specific to appliance repair; mechanical work such as plumbing, heating, air conditioning and refrigeration is licensed by the Contractor's Licensing Board for commercial-scale jobs and by the Residential Builders Commission for residential HVAC and plumbing. Source: S.C. Code Title 40, Chapter 11 (Contractors), South Carolina Legislature
In South Carolina, you can check a license with the SC LLR License Lookup or report a problem to the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs.
Before You Book in Charleston
- 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?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Charleston, SC
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Brand-Specific Dishwasher Repair, Charleston
Dishwasher Repair Near Charleston
Before you call a Charleston 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.