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. 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.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Sumter
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Sumter. 5 list an address in Sumter, and other nearby bases include Columbia (16), Florence (4), and Lexington (3). Distances run up to about 52 miles. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.4 miles away. 1 lists dishwasher work specifically. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Sumter is inside its regular service area.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 21 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 2.0, 3.8 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 46 |
At the top of the Sumter list: Sears Appliance Repair (25.8 miles away, based in Lugoff, 4.3 stars from 46 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, 4.4 stars from 107 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A to Z Appliance Repair (3.8 miles away, 4.9 stars from 135 reviews); Bob's Appliance Sales & Services (4.5 miles away, 4.4 stars from 41 reviews).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
Why Dishwashers Break Down
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
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
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
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.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
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:
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 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?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. 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 Sumter Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Sumter 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 Sumter
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Sumter faster and cheaper.