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 Cleveland and the Bradley County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Cleveland, TN
We found 26 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Cleveland. 6 of them are based in Cleveland itself, and the rest are spread across Chattanooga (9), Dalton (4), and Georgetown (1). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. The closest is Mike's Appliance Center, about 0.3 miles away. The 25 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 15 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.3, 1.8 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 26 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
At the top of the Cleveland list: Expert Services Appliance Heating & Air LLC (11.7 miles away, based in Collegedale, 4.7 stars from 463 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Southern Appliance Solutions LLC (22.5 miles away, based in Chattanooga, 4.9 stars from 264 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Chattanooga (20.1 miles away, based in Chattanooga, 4.7 stars from 1,103 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Signature Appliance Repair (20.1 miles away, based in Chattanooga, 4.9 stars from 1,375 reviews).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Cleveland
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher not drying dishes.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
Shut off the dishwasher's water supply during repairs or whenever it is leaking; the valve is usually under the kitchen sink on the branch line that runs to the dishwasher, and it closes by turning clockwise. 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
When a dishwasher drains into a garbage disposer, the disposer's drain plug must be knocked out first; if it is left in, the dishwasher will not drain. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
Before replacing a dishwasher in Cleveland, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 per visit 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.
Dishwasher Notes for Cleveland, TN
Most dishwasher calls in Cleveland 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).
Before You Book in Cleveland
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Cleveland, TN
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Cleveland faster and cheaper.