A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Abingdon and the Washington County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Abingdon, VA
Our data shows 31 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Abingdon. 1 list an address in Abingdon, and the rest are spread across Johnson City (4), Bristol (3), and Kingsport (3). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 0.7 miles away. 1 lists dishwasher work specifically. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Abingdon is inside its regular service area.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 31 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 11 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 11.9, 14.5 |
First up for Abingdon: Sears Appliance Repair (32.2 miles away, based in Kingsport, 4.5 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (0.7 miles away, 4.4 stars from 147 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of the Tri-Cities (34.1 miles away, based in Gray, 4.5 stars from 1,004 reviews); Reliance Appliance Repair (33.1 miles away, based in Johnson City, 4.6 stars from 65 reviews).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Abingdon
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher not drying dishes.
Water, Power and Safety First
A leak from the water supply line tends to show up as dampness under the front of the unit; leaks at the door often trace back to a dirty, loose or damaged gasket, a bent or loose latch, or a unit that is not level. 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
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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
When an aging dishwasher no longer has manufacturer coverage and needs frequent or major repairs, start planning for a replacement. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Around Abingdon
Most dishwasher calls in Abingdon 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.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Abingdon
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Abingdon, VA
Why is there standing water in my dishwasher?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
What should I do if my dishwasher is leaking?
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Abingdon faster and cheaper.