When a dishwasher quits in Friendswood, the first question is whether it is a clog you can clear yourself or a failed part, and that decides whether you need a technician at all. The Friendswood list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Friendswood
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Friendswood. 3 list an address in Friendswood, and other nearby bases include Pasadena (15), League City (6), and Manvel (3). The farthest listed company is about 14 miles out. Of those, 1 mentions dishwasher work by name. H & S Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 2.2 miles from Friendswood. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Friendswood. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.2, 3.2, 3.7 |
Closest matches for Friendswood: Sears Appliance Repair (8.1 miles away, based in Alvin, 4.4 stars from 84 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of League City (3.2 miles away, 4.8 stars from 765 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Superior Appliances Repair (11.5 miles away, based in Pasadena, 4.9 stars from 81 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.9 miles away, based in Pearland, 4.5 stars from 324 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- An error code on the display
Why Dishwashers Break Down
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher not drying dishes.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
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
Before inspecting or working on a dishwasher, unplug it or switch off its circuit breaker. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
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:
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 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?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 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.
Dishwasher Notes for Friendswood, TX
Most dishwasher calls in Friendswood 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.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Friendswood
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Friendswood, TX
What should I check before calling?
Why is there standing water in my dishwasher?
Can a dishwasher leak damage my floor?
Is my dishwasher worth fixing?
Find Your Dishwasher Brand in Friendswood
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Write down the model and serial number from the label on the edge of the dishwasher door or tub opening, and note any error code or blinking lights. It saves a Friendswood technician a trip for parts.