Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. Below are the companies within reach of Dayton, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Dayton
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Dayton. Other nearby bases include Chattanooga (9), Cleveland (6), and Crossville (4). Distances run up to about 51 miles. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 39 businesses. The closest is Ultimate Appliance, Heat & Air, about 16.4 miles away. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Dayton is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Dayton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 28 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 16.4, 17.7, 21.0 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 51 |
The leading options for Dayton are Expert Services Appliance Heating & Air LLC (26.9 miles away, based in Collegedale, 4.7 stars from 463 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Chattanooga (31.2 miles away, based in Chattanooga, 4.7 stars from 1,103 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Signature Appliance Repair (30.7 miles away, based in Chattanooga, 4.9 stars from 1,375 reviews); Southern Appliance Solutions LLC (36.2 miles away, based in Chattanooga, 4.9 stars from 264 reviews).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Dayton
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher not filling with water.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
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.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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?
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 Dayton
Most dishwasher calls in Dayton 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).
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Dayton
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Dayton, TN
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Before you call a Dayton technician, clean the filter at the bottom of the tub, run the kitchen faucet until the water is hot and check that the drain hose under the sink is not kinked. If the problem stays, have the model number ready.