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 McKinney, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving McKinney, TX
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of McKinney. 18 of them are based in McKinney itself, and the rest are spread across Frisco (11), Plano (5), and Allen (3). Distances run up to about 12 miles. The closest is Sam’s Appliance Repair, about 0.8 miles away. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 0.9, 1.0 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 50 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 33 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
At the top of the McKinney list: Texas True Appliance Repair (3.6 miles away, 4.9 stars from 430 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ThumbUp Pro Appliance Repair (4.7 miles away, 4.9 stars from 247 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Smartway Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair (3.7 miles away, 5.0 stars from 72 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair by Asurion (2.6 miles away, 4.8 stars from 126 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher smells bad or dishwasher not filling with water.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
Hand soap, dish soap or laundry detergent can make a dishwasher over-suds and spill water onto the floor; use only automatic dishwasher detergent. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
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.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
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:
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 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?
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 McKinney
Most dishwasher calls in McKinney 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, §1301.053 (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 McKinney
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: McKinney, TX
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Before you call a McKinney 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.