Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. 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 Columbia
19 repair companies serve Columbia from within 30 miles. 2 list an address in Columbia, and the rest are spread across Franklin (5), Spring Hill (3), and Culleoka (1). Across 18 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. Brumley's Appliances is the nearest, roughly 1.5 miles from Columbia.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.5, 1.7, 11.0 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 10 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 19 |
The leading options for Columbia are Comfort Appliance Repair (11.6 miles away, based in Spring Hill, 4.9 stars from 222 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All Better Appliance LLC (29.1 miles away, based in Burns, 4.8 stars from 95 reviews); New Life Appliance (12.8 miles away, based in Spring Hill, 4.9 stars from 106 reviews); Collective Appliance Repair Fixers (1.7 miles away, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- An error code on the display
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher not draining.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
Before inspecting or working on a dishwasher, unplug it or switch off its circuit breaker. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
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 Columbia
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Door spring repair: $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?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 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?
When an aging dishwasher no longer has manufacturer coverage and needs frequent or major repairs, start planning for a replacement. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Around Columbia
Most dishwasher calls in Columbia 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 Columbia
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Columbia, TN
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Columbia faster and cheaper.