When a dishwasher quits in Ettrick, 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. Below are the companies within reach of Ettrick, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Ettrick
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Ettrick. Other nearby bases include Richmond (24), Petersburg (4), and Colonial Heights (3). The farthest listed company is about 26 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 26 businesses. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 2.1 miles out.
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 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 27 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.1, 3.6, 3.8 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 47 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
Closest matches for Ettrick: East Coast Appliance (20.5 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 (2.1 miles away, based in Colonial Heights, 4.4 stars from 318 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Yikes LLC (15.7 miles away, based in Midlothian, 4.7 stars from 39 reviews).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code on the display
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher smells bad.
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
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?
Most dishwasher repairs involve one part and an hour or so of labor, which is why many are worth pricing before you shop for a new one. Published ranges:
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$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 replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 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 Ettrick
Most dishwasher calls in Ettrick 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.
Before You Book in Ettrick
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Ettrick, VA
Is my dishwasher worth fixing?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
What should I check before calling?
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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 Ettrick technician a trip for parts.