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.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Kirby
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Kirby. 1 of them are based in Kirby itself, and the rest are spread across San Antonio (26), Converse (6), and Schertz (3). The farthest listed company is about 10 miles out. Fix it Zap is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Kirby. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 35 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Kirby. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 1.5, 1.7 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
First up for Kirby: Longhorn Appliance Repair in San Antonio (4.8 miles away, based in Converse, 4.8 stars from 231 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Excellence Appliance Repair (8.8 miles away, based in San Antonio, 4.8 stars from 464 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ProStar Appliance Repair (9.3 miles away, based in San Antonio, 4.9 stars from 1,515 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Allegiance Appliance Repair (8.9 miles away, based in San Antonio, 5.0 stars from 121 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher smells bad or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
A leak from the water supply line tends to show up as dampness under the front of the unit; leaks at the door often trace back to a dirty, loose or damaged gasket, a bent or loose latch, or a unit that is not level. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
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?
Before replacing a dishwasher in Kirby, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. 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 Kirby, TX
Most dishwasher calls in Kirby 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.
Questions to Ask a Kirby Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Kirby, TX
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
Is my dishwasher worth fixing?
What should I check before calling?
Dishwasher Repair by Brand in Kirby
Dishwasher Repair Near Kirby
Before you call a Kirby 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.