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. The San Benito list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving San Benito, TX
We found 22 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of San Benito. 1 list an address in San Benito, and other nearby bases include Brownsville (8), Harlingen (7), and Weslaco (2). Distances run up to about 30 miles. Jim's Appliance & A/C Services is the nearest, roughly 3.0 miles from San Benito. Across 21 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.0 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.
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 22 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.0, 3.7, 4.7 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 11 |
First up for San Benito: My Repair Center (3.7 miles away, based in Harlingen, 4.7 stars from 1,639 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GARZA Appliance Service (5.3 miles away, based in Harlingen, 4.7 stars from 139 reviews); Jim's Appliance & A/C Services (3.0 miles away, 4.5 stars from 76 reviews); H A Perez Appliance Repair (8.3 miles away, based in Harlingen, 4.4 stars from 12 reviews).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
Why Dishwashers Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a San Benito Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher smells bad.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
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
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.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
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 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. 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 San Benito
Most dishwasher calls in San Benito 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 San Benito
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- 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?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: San Benito, TX
Can a dishwasher leak damage my floor?
Is my dishwasher worth fixing?
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
Find Your Dishwasher Brand in San Benito
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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 San Benito technician a trip for parts.