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 Germantown and the Shelby County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Germantown, TN
Our data shows 31 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Germantown. Other nearby bases include Memphis (10), Bartlett (4), and Collierville (3). The closest is Memphis Appliance Xperts, about 5.2 miles away. The 29 rated companies in range average 3.9 stars.
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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 5.2, 5.9, 5.9 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 31 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 15 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
First up for Germantown: Home Appliances Memphis (7.7 miles away, based in Memphis, 4.9 stars from 343 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Memphis (5.9 miles away, based in Cordova, 4.7 stars from 1,977 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (8.2 miles away, based in Memphis, 4.6 stars from 941 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.1 miles away, based in Collierville, 4.6 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code on the display
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Germantown Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher not drying dishes.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
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 Germantown
Most dishwasher repairs involve one part and an hour or so of labor, which is why many are worth pricing before you shop for a new one. Published ranges:
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 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?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. 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.
What Germantown Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Germantown 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 Germantown
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Germantown, TN
How do I get rid of a dishwasher odor?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
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Before you call a Germantown 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.