A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. The South Houston list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Dishwasher Repair in South Houston, TX
40 repair companies serve South Houston from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Pasadena (15), Houston (15), and Friendswood (3). The farthest listed company is about 11 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 37 businesses. Nearest on the list: VASQUEZ APPLIANCE Repairs, around 1.3 miles out.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from South Houston. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.3, 1.4, 2.2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
First up for South Houston: Sears Appliance Repair (18.0 miles away, based in Alvin, 4.4 stars from 84 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of League City (7.9 miles away, based in Friendswood, 4.8 stars from 765 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Superior Appliances Repair (3.5 miles away, based in Pasadena, 4.9 stars from 81 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Superior Appliances Repair of Houston (10.6 miles away, based in Houston, 4.9 stars from 209 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in South Houston
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher not draining.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
Keep the drain hose free of kinks, twists and pinches, and follow local plumbing codes for the drain connection. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in South Houston
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?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 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?
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.
Dishwasher Notes for South Houston, TX
Most dishwasher calls in South Houston 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 South Houston Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: South Houston, TX
Should I repair or replace my dishwasher?
How much does dishwasher repair cost in South Houston?
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Brand-Specific Dishwasher Repair, South Houston
Dishwasher Repair Near South Houston
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 South Houston technician a trip for parts.