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. Below are the companies within reach of Livingston, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Livingston
40 repair companies serve Livingston from within 60 miles. 2 list an address in Livingston, and other nearby bases include Conroe (11), Lufkin (4), and The Woodlands (4). The farthest listed company is about 51 miles out. 1 lists dishwasher work specifically. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 0.2 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 36 businesses. Livingston is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 31 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 37 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 0.5, 19.7 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
The leading options for Livingston are Sears Appliance Repair (44.8 miles away, based in Liberty, 4.7 stars from 126 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (0.2 miles away, 4.7 stars from 219 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ace Repair Services (0.5 miles away, 4.8 stars from 40 reviews); PowerOn Appliance Repair Service (49.5 miles away, based in The Woodlands, 4.9 stars from 1,507 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Livingston
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher not drying dishes.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
Before inspecting or working on a dishwasher, unplug it or switch off its circuit breaker. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
To keep dirty water from siphoning back into the dishwasher, the drain hose is run in a high loop (at least 32 inches high in GE's instructions) or through an air gap; an air gap is called for when local code requires it or when the drain connection sits less than 18 inches above the floor. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Livingston
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- 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?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 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.
Local Notes for Livingston
Most dishwasher calls in Livingston 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 Livingston Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Livingston, TX
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Livingston faster and cheaper.