When a dishwasher quits in Gainesville, 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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Gainesville and the Cooke County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Gainesville
40 repair companies serve Gainesville from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Denton (11), Frisco (6), and Ardmore (4). Distances run up to about 38 miles. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 37 businesses. The closest is Pilot Point Appliance Repair, about 19.9 miles away. Gainesville is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 26 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 19.9, 25.9, 28.1 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
Closest matches for Gainesville: ProStar Appliance LLC (43.4 miles away, based in Rhome, 5.0 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Awesome Fix Service (54.0 miles away, based in Watauga, 5.0 stars from 134 reviews, lists Saturday hours); J&J Appliance Service (28.1 miles away, based in Denton, 5.0 stars from 495 reviews); Got Your 6 Appliance Repair LLC (29.4 miles away, based in Denton, 5.0 stars from 367 reviews).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
Why Dishwashers Break Down
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Gainesville
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher smells bad or dishwasher not drying dishes.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
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.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Gainesville
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:
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
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.
Around Gainesville
Most dishwasher calls in Gainesville 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 Gainesville
- 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?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Gainesville, TX
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Should I repair or replace my dishwasher?
Why are my dishes still wet?
Is there anything I can try first?
Dishwasher Repair by Brand in Gainesville
Dishwasher Repair Near Gainesville
Before you call a Gainesville 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.