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 North Charleston and the Charleston County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Local Dishwasher Repair in North Charleston, SC
33 repair companies serve North Charleston from within 30 miles. 5 list an address in North Charleston, and the rest are spread across Charleston (11), Summerville (6), and Ladson (3). Distances run up to about 19 miles. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 30 businesses. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.8 miles away.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.8, 3.6, 3.9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 19 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 33 |
The leading options for North Charleston are 911 Service Today (6.5 miles away, based in Charleston, 4.9 stars from 1,001 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AVIV Appliance Pros (4.2 miles away, 4.9 stars from 1,663 reviews); Dynamic Appliances (5.8 miles away, based in Ladson, 4.8 stars from 577 reviews); Alliance Appliance, LLC; Used Appliances and Repair (9.8 miles away, based in Summerville, 4.8 stars from 251 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- An error code on the display
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a North Charleston Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher not drying dishes.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
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
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?
Before replacing a dishwasher in North Charleston, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 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?
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.
What North Charleston Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in North Charleston 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.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near North Charleston
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: North Charleston, SC
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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 North Charleston technician a trip for parts.