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Dishwasher Repair in Portland, TN

Dishwasher repair from independent technicians serving Portland, with ratings, distances and what to check before you call.

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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 Portland and the Sumner County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.

Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Portland

40 repair companies serve Portland from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Portland itself, and other nearby bases include Gallatin (10), Hendersonville (6), and Springfield (4). Distances run up to about 28 miles. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. The closest is Robert's Appliance Repair, about 0.1 miles away.

Appliance Repair
The Fix in Walmart Hendersonville
204 N Anderson Ln, Hendersonville, TN 37075
18.8 mi from Portland
★★★★★ 5.0 (577 reviews)
Saturday hours
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Lee Company
3530 N Mt Juliet Rd, Mt. Juliet, TN 37122
25.5 mi from Portland
★★★★★ 4.8 (1,248 reviews)
Saturday hours
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Robert's Appliance Repair
434 N Broadway, Portland, TN 37148
0.1 mi from Portland
★★★★½ 4.7 (161 reviews)
Saturday hours
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Mr. Appliance of Hendersonville - Mt. Juliet
713 W Main St Ste 108, Hendersonville, TN 37075
20.9 mi from Portland
★★★★★ 4.9 (616 reviews)
Saturday hours
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Steve's Electric Service & Appliance Repair
309 Austin Dr, Franklin, KY 42134
9.2 mi from Portland
★★★★★ 4.8 (18 reviews)
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Mr. Appliance of Bowling Green and South Central KY
2501 Crossings Blvd Ste 121, Bowling Green, KY 42104
24.9 mi from Portland
★★★★★ 4.9 (362 reviews)
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Jaggers Appliance & Repair/
811 S Main St, Springfield, TN 37172
21.1 mi from Portland
★★★★½ 4.7 (26 reviews)
Saturday hours
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Helping Hand Appliance Repair
Hendersonville, TN 37075
20.2 mi from Portland
★★★★½ 4.6 (59 reviews)
Saturday hours
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Sears Appliance Repair
1508 Gallatin Pike S, Madison, TN 37115
26.8 mi from Portland
★★★★½ 4.6 (38 reviews)
Saturday hours
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Martin's Appliance Repair
5882 Catholic Church Rd, Cedar Hill, TN 37032
26.9 mi from Portland
★★★★★ 5.0 (40 reviews)
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Gabe's Electronics
4010 Lebanon Pike, Hermitage, TN 37076
27.7 mi from Portland
★★★★ 4.2 (329 reviews)
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Hendersonville Appliance Repair
114 Burrus Ave, Hendersonville, TN 37075
19.8 mi from Portland
★★★★½ 4.6 (61 reviews)
Saturday hours

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Dishwasher repair near Portland at a glance
Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews)20
Listing Saturday hours25
Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi)55
Mention a major dishwasher brand0
Distance to the three closest (mi)0.1, 9.2, 14.8
Name dishwashers in their listing0

The leading options for Portland are The Fix in Walmart Hendersonville (18.8 miles away, based in Hendersonville, 5.0 stars from 577 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lee Company (25.5 miles away, based in Mt. Juliet, 4.8 stars from 1,248 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Robert's Appliance Repair (0.1 miles away, 4.7 stars from 161 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Hendersonville - Mt. Juliet (20.9 miles away, based in Hendersonville, 4.9 stars from 616 reviews, lists Saturday hours).

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When to Call for Dishwasher Repair

  • Bad smell from the tub between loads
  • Dishes come out dirty or gritty
  • An error code on the display
  • Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle

The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Portland

Clogged filters and drain pathsFood, labels and broken glass collect in the filter assembly and the sump. A clogged filter is behind many not-draining and not-cleaning calls, and it is the first thing a technician checks.
Heating and drying partsMany dishwashers heat water with an element in the tub and use heat, a fan or condensation to dry. A failed element or thermostat leaves dishes cold and wet.
Water inlet valveAn electric valve under the dishwasher lets water in. When it sticks or its screen clogs, the dishwasher fills slowly, not at all, or keeps filling.

Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit

Filter and sumpMost dishwashers have a filter assembly at the bottom of the tub that catches food and debris. A technician pulls it, cleans the sump beneath it and checks for glass or bones before replacing any parts, because a clog can make a healthy pump look broken.
Door latch and switchesThe door latch tells the controls the door is shut. A worn latch or failed switch stops the dishwasher from starting, and it is one of the most common parts replaced.
Door gasket and tub sealsLeaks under the door usually come from a hardened or torn gasket, a cracked tub, a loose hose clamp or a pump seal. A technician removes the kick panel to see where the water starts.

Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher not draining.

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

More: where dishwasher leaks come from.

What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Portland

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:

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 Portland, TN

Most dishwasher calls in Portland 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 Portland

  • Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
  • If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
  • How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?

Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Portland, TN

What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
The usual causes are a clogged filter, blocked spray arm holes, water that is not hot enough when the cycle starts, the wrong amount of detergent, or loading that blocks the spray. If those are fine, a technician checks the inlet valve, the wash pump and the heating parts.
How much does dishwasher repair cost in Portland?
Most companies charge a service call or diagnostic fee that is often applied to the repair if you go ahead. Common jobs such as an inlet valve, door gasket or drain pump are usually worth fixing on a dishwasher that is otherwise sound. Our dishwasher repair cost guide lists published ranges.
Why is there standing water in my dishwasher?
The usual causes are a clogged filter, a kinked or blocked drain hose, a garbage disposal that has not been run, or a failed drain pump. Clean the filter and check the hose first. If water still sits in the tub, a technician can test the pump.
Which areas near Portland do these technicians cover?
The companies on this page are within driving distance of Portland. Each one sets its own service area, so check the distance shown and confirm your address when you call.

Dishwasher Repair by Brand in Portland

Dishwasher Repair Near Portland

Before you call a Portland 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.

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