When a dishwasher quits in Alexandria, 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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Alexandria and the Alexandria County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Alexandria
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Alexandria. 22 list an address in Alexandria, and other nearby bases include Arlington (12) and Falls Church (6). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. Nearest on the list: Mr. Appliance of Alexandria, around 1.2 miles out. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.9 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 dishwasher work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 26 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 1.3, 1.5 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 48 |
First up for Alexandria: Mr. Appliance of Alexandria (1.2 miles away, 4.8 stars from 249 reviews); Appliance Care (3.6 miles away, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AGB Appliance Repair LLC (4.6 miles away, based in Arlington, 5.0 stars from 411 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (2.3 miles away, 4.9 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- An error code on the display
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
Why Dishwashers Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Alexandria Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water 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
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
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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 Alexandria, VA
Virginia American Water (Alexandria District), which supplies Alexandria, reports hardness of about 113 mg/L (6.6 grains per gallon) total hardness as CaCO3 (moderately hard). Hard water leaves spots and film on glasses and builds up on dishwasher spray arms and inlet screens, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: Virginia American Water - Alexandria Typical Water Quality
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.
Questions to Ask a Alexandria Technician
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Alexandria, VA
Why won't my dishwasher drain?
Which areas near Alexandria do these technicians cover?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Should I repair or replace my dishwasher?
Dishwasher Repair by Brand in Alexandria
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Alexandria faster and cheaper.