A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. 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 Sturgis
We found 7 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Sturgis. Other nearby bases include Rapid City (5) and Spearfish (2). The 5 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars. The closest is T & W Appliance LLC, about 17.8 miles away. Sturgis is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 17.8, 18.6, 23.4 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 3 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 7 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
At the top of the Sturgis list: K&D Appliance Service (27.4 miles away, based in Rapid City, 4.8 stars from 1,304 reviews); Appliances & Electronics Repair Lab (23.4 miles away, based in Rapid City, 4.7 stars from 50 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Services (28.9 miles away, based in Rapid City, 4.9 stars from 279 reviews); T & W Appliance LLC (17.8 miles away, based in Spearfish, 4.7 stars from 28 reviews).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code on the display
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Sturgis
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
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.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Sturgis
Before replacing a dishwasher in Sturgis, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Door spring repair: $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?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
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.
Local Notes for Sturgis
Most dishwasher calls in Sturgis 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.
The South Dakota Plumbing Commission issues Appliance Contractor and Appliance Installer licenses as plumbing specialty licenses; official pages reviewed did not spell out which appliance work they cover or whether repair alone requires one. Source: South Dakota Plumbing Commission - Licensing
In South Dakota, you can check a license with the South Dakota Plumbing Commission lists of licensees (specialty licensees, including appliance) or report a problem to the South Dakota Attorney General, Division of Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Sturgis
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Sturgis, SD
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Dishwasher Repair by Brand in Sturgis
Dishwasher Repair Near Sturgis
A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Sturgis faster and cheaper.