When a dishwasher quits in Hollymead, 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. The Hollymead list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Hollymead
Within 60 miles of Hollymead there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Fredericksburg (6), Charlottesville (4), and Fishersville (3). Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 3.8 miles away. Hollymead is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hollymead. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.8, 6.7, 7.0 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 26 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 59 |
Closest matches for Hollymead: Sears Appliance Repair (3.8 miles away, based in Charlottesville, 4.5 stars from 284 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quality Appliance Repair of Louisa LLC (24.3 miles away, based in Louisa, 4.9 stars from 1,493 reviews); Christopher Hayes Appliance Specialists (7.0 miles away, based in Charlottesville, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Darren Smith Appliance Services. (14.2 miles away, based in Gordonsville, 4.4 stars from 17 reviews).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
Why Dishwashers Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Hollymead Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher smells bad.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
Before inspecting or working on a dishwasher, unplug it or switch off its circuit breaker. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
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:
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 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.
Around Hollymead
Most dishwasher calls in Hollymead 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 Hollymead
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Hollymead, VA
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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 Hollymead technician a trip for parts.