Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Franklin Farm and the Fairfax County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Franklin Farm
40 repair companies serve Franklin Farm from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Fairfax (10), Chantilly (8), and Herndon (7). Distances run up to about 7 miles. The closest is Easy Go Appliance Repair, about 1.7 miles away. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
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| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 26 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 54 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.7, 2.1, 2.2 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
First up for Franklin Farm: Ace Vacuums (5.6 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.9 stars from 996 reviews, lists Saturday hours); dyab appliance repair (3.8 miles away, based in Herndon, 4.9 stars from 176 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Icon Of Appliance Repair (6.8 miles away, based in Chantilly, 5.0 stars from 122 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Nova Fix Appliance (6.8 miles away, based in Fairfax, 5.0 stars from 362 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
Why Dishwashers Break Down
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Franklin Farm
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher smells bad.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
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
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
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Franklin Farm
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
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.
Dishwasher Notes for Franklin Farm, VA
Most dishwasher calls in Franklin Farm 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.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Franklin Farm
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Franklin Farm, VA
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Before you call a Franklin Farm technician, clean the filter at the bottom of the tub, run the kitchen faucet until the water is hot and check that the drain hose under the sink is not kinked. If the problem stays, have the model number ready.