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 Leesburg, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Leesburg, VA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Leesburg. 6 of them are based in Leesburg itself, and the rest are spread across Ashburn (8), Herndon (7), and Sterling (6). Distances run up to about 16 miles. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars. The closest is Superior Leesburg Appliance Repair, about 0.7 miles away.
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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 24 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 0.7, 1.1 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 52 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
First up for Leesburg: Appliances Repairs LLC. (1.7 miles away, 5.0 stars from 85 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Icon Of Appliance Repair (13.2 miles away, based in Chantilly, 5.0 stars from 122 reviews, lists Saturday hours); dyab appliance repair (12.3 miles away, based in Herndon, 4.9 stars from 176 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Masters LLC (11.5 miles away, based in Stone Ridge, 4.9 stars from 199 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
Hand soap, dish soap or laundry detergent can make a dishwasher over-suds and spill water onto the floor; use only automatic dishwasher detergent. 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 Leesburg
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 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?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
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.
What Leesburg Owners Should Know
Town of Leesburg Department of Utilities, which supplies Leesburg, reports hardness of typically 100-150 mg/L (about 5.8-8.8 grains per gallon), moderately hard; varies with precipitation. Hard water leaves spots and film on glasses and builds up on dishwasher spray arms and inlet screens, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: Town of Leesburg Water Quality Report 2024
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.
Questions to Ask a Leesburg Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Leesburg, 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 Leesburg technician a trip for parts.