When a dishwasher quits in Laurel, 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 Laurel list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Laurel, VA
Within 30 miles of Laurel there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Richmond (27), Mechanicsville (5), and Ashland (3). Distances run up to about 12 miles. The closest is Mr. Appliance of Richmond, about 0.5 miles away. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
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| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 50 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.6, 2.4 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 25 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
At the top of the Laurel list: East Coast Appliance (2.4 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 1,135 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fusion HVAC & Appliance Repair (6.6 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 460 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Richmond (0.5 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.8 stars from 1,293 reviews); East Coast Appliance (10.4 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.7 stars from 1,751 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Laurel
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher not drying dishes.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
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
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 Laurel
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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.
Local Notes for Laurel
Most dishwasher calls in Laurel 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 Laurel
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Laurel, 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 Laurel technician a trip for parts.