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.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Lake Murray of Richland
We found 28 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Lake Murray of Richland. Other nearby bases include Columbia (16), Lexington (3), and West Columbia (2). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. The closest is Handy Appliance Service, about 4.9 miles away. The 23 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 16 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 28 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.9, 5.6, 7.5 |
Closest matches for Lake Murray of Richland: Appliance Professional (11.6 miles away, based in Lexington, 4.8 stars from 1,369 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sloan Appliance Service Inc. (15.8 miles away, based in Cayce, 4.7 stars from 2,353 reviews); Expo Appliance Service (14.2 miles away, based in West Columbia, 4.9 stars from 309 reviews); Quick Appliance repair llc (10.5 miles away, based in Columbia, 5.0 stars from 241 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher smells bad or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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?
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:
- 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?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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 Lake Murray of Richland
Most dishwasher calls in Lake Murray of Richland 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.
Questions to Ask a Lake Murray of Richland Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- 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: Lake Murray of Richland, SC
Should I repair or replace my dishwasher?
Why are my dishes still wet?
Which areas near Lake Murray of Richland do these technicians cover?
Why won't my dishwasher drain?
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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 Lake Murray of Richland technician a trip for parts.