When a dishwasher quits in Saginaw, 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. Below are the companies within reach of Saginaw, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Saginaw
40 repair companies serve Saginaw from within 30 miles. 2 list an address in Saginaw, and other nearby bases include Fort Worth (25), Haltom City (3), and Keller (3). Of those, 1 mentions dishwasher work by name. The closest is JennAir Appliance House, about 1.2 miles away. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.5 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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 1.5, 3.7 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 37 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
First up for Saginaw: Awesome Fix Service (6.5 miles away, based in Watauga, 5.0 stars from 134 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ProStar Appliance LLC (12.5 miles away, based in Rhome, 5.0 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Kennedale Appliance Repair & Service (16.7 miles away, based in Kennedale, 4.6 stars from 10 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Callahan's Appliance (9.0 miles away, based in Fort Worth, 4.6 stars from 656 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- 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
Why Dishwashers Break Down
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher smells bad or dishwasher not draining.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
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
A dishwasher must be grounded; if the home wiring lacks a ground or the plug does not fit the outlet, a licensed electrician should correct it rather than modifying the plug. Source: Whirlpool - Dishwasher User Instructions
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.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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 Saginaw
Most dishwasher calls in Saginaw 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.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Saginaw
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Saginaw, TX
Why won't my dishwasher drain?
Why are my dishes still wet?
Should I repair or replace my dishwasher?
What should I do if my dishwasher is leaking?
Find Your Dishwasher Brand in Saginaw
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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 Saginaw technician a trip for parts.