A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention dishwashers at the top.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near University Park
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of University Park. The rest are spread across Dallas (33), Farmers Branch (3), and Addison (2). Distances run up to about 7 miles. Nearest on the list: Uptown Appliance Repair Dallas, around 0.4 miles out. The 31 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.
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 1.3, 1.5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 48 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 25 |
The leading options for University Park are Awesome Fix Service (26.7 miles away, based in Watauga, 5.0 stars from 134 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Kennedale Appliance Repair & Service (28.5 miles away, based in Kennedale, 4.6 stars from 10 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Highland Park (3.5 miles away, based in Dallas, 4.9 stars from 1,124 reviews, lists Saturday hours); RPS Appliance Repair (7.2 miles away, based in Garland, 4.9 stars from 535 reviews).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- An error code on the display
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in University Park
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher smells bad.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
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.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in University Park
Before replacing a dishwasher in University Park, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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?
- 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 University Park
Most dishwasher calls in University Park 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.
Before You Book in University Park
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: University Park, TX
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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 University Park technician a trip for parts.