Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. Below are the companies within reach of Colonial Heights, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Colonial Heights
40 repair companies serve Colonial Heights from within 30 miles. 3 list an address in Colonial Heights, and the rest are spread across Richmond (24), Petersburg (4), and Midlothian (2). Distances run up to about 25 miles. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 26 businesses. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Colonial Heights.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 2.3, 2.9 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 27 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 51 |
Closest matches for Colonial Heights: East Coast Appliance (20.1 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.7 stars from 1,751 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pro Line Appliance Installation (18.2 miles away, based in Midlothian, 4.7 stars from 165 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (0.9 miles away, 4.4 stars from 318 reviews, lists Saturday hours); RVA Appliances LLC (17.4 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.3 stars from 79 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
Why Dishwashers Break Down
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Colonial Heights
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
If the dishwasher has no working shut-off valve of its own, close the main water supply to the house instead. 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.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Colonial Heights
Before replacing a dishwasher in Colonial Heights, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
- 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?
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.
Around Colonial Heights
Most dishwasher calls in Colonial Heights 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 Colonial Heights
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Colonial Heights, VA
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
How much does dishwasher repair cost in Colonial Heights?
Is my dishwasher worth fixing?
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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 Colonial Heights technician a trip for parts.