When a dishwasher quits in Garden City, 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. The Garden City list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Garden City
We found 33 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Garden City. The rest are spread across Myrtle Beach (17), North Myrtle Beach (5), and Conway (4). The farthest listed company is about 27 miles out. The closest is Salty Air Appliance Repair, about 0.5 miles away. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Garden City. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 2.3, 2.3 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 18 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 33 |
First up for Garden City: SC Appliance Repair (2.3 miles away, based in Myrtle Beach, 4.9 stars from 732 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Grand Strand Appliance Repair Service (6.2 miles away, based in Myrtle Beach, 4.9 stars from 194 reviews); Appliance Medic of Myrtle Beach, LLC (10.3 miles away, based in Myrtle Beach, 4.8 stars from 768 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliances 4 Less (15.3 miles away, based in Conway, 4.9 stars from 302 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Garden City
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher not draining.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
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.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
Most dishwasher repairs involve one part and an hour or so of labor, which is why many are worth pricing before you shop for a new one. Published ranges:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. 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 Garden City
Most dishwasher calls in Garden City 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.
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.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Garden City
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Garden City, SC
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Why are my dishes still wet?
What should I do if my dishwasher is leaking?
Should I repair or replace my dishwasher?
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Before you call a Garden City 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.