Most dishwasher breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the filter and drain path, the drain pump, the water inlet valve, the door latch and the controls. 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.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Dickinson
40 repair companies serve Dickinson from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Dickinson itself, and other nearby bases include Pasadena (14), League City (6), and Friendswood (3). Distances run up to about 19 miles. Of those, 1 mentions dishwasher work by name. The closest is GEARHEAD APPLIANCE REPAIR LLC, about 0.5 miles away. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
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| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 2.4, 3.1 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
At the top of the Dickinson list: Sears Appliance Repair (11.7 miles away, based in Alvin, 4.4 stars from 84 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of League City (10.2 miles away, based in Friendswood, 4.8 stars from 765 reviews, lists Saturday hours); JB Appliance Repair & Home Services (4.3 miles away, based in League City, 4.9 stars from 394 reviews); Appliance Force (6.1 miles away, based in League City, 4.9 stars from 75 reviews).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
Why Dishwashers Break Down
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher not drying dishes.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
If the dishwasher has no working shut-off valve of its own, close the main water supply to the house instead. 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?
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 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.
Around Dickinson
Most dishwasher calls in Dickinson 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.
Texas has no separate appliance repair license; under the Plumbing License Law, appliance dealers and their employees may install and service appliances (other than water heaters) without a plumbing license when hooking up to existing openings with a code-approved appliance connector, while other gas or water piping work generally requires a plumbing license. Source: Plumbing License Law, Tex. Occ. Code ch. 1301, ยง1301.053 (Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners)
In Texas, you can check a license with the Texas plumbing Public License Search or report a problem to the Texas Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Dickinson
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Dickinson, TX
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Dishwasher Repair by Brand in Dickinson
Dishwasher Repair Near Dickinson
A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Dickinson faster and cheaper.