A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. The Athens list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Athens, TN
40 repair companies serve Athens from within 60 miles. The rest are spread across Chattanooga (7), Cleveland (6), and Knoxville (6). The closest is Kitchen Technician LLC, about 17.5 miles away. Across 40 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Athens is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Athens. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 30 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 17.5, 18.9, 24.0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 28 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Athens: Expert Services Appliance Heating & Air LLC (35.3 miles away, based in Collegedale, 4.7 stars from 463 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Knoxville (43.7 miles away, based in Knoxville, 4.6 stars from 1,973 reviews); Pipe Wrench Plumbing, Heating & Cooling (41.2 miles away, based in Maryville, 4.9 stars from 460 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Eleet Appliance Repair (33.7 miles away, based in Lenoir City, 4.8 stars from 45 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- An error code on the display
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Athens
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher smells bad or dishwasher not drying 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
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.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 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?
- 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?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. 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.
Dishwasher Notes for Athens, TN
Most dishwasher calls in Athens 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.
Tennessee's Board for Licensing Contractors does not list an appliance repair license among the licenses it issues (general contractor, home improvement, limited licensed electrician and limited licensed plumber). Source: TN Board for Licensing Contractors
In Tennessee, you can check a license with the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance: Verify a License or report a problem to the Tennessee Division of Consumer Affairs (Office of the Attorney General).
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Athens
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Athens, TN
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Brand-Specific Dishwasher Repair, Athens
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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 Athens technician a trip for parts.