Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. The Lowes Island list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Lowes Island
40 repair companies serve Lowes Island from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Ashburn (7), Herndon (7), and Sterling (6). The farthest listed company is about 11 miles out. Sterling Appliance is the nearest, roughly 2.5 miles from Lowes Island. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.5, 2.7, 4.0 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 52 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
The leading options for Lowes Island are dyab appliance repair (6.5 miles away, based in Herndon, 4.9 stars from 176 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Eddie's Appliance Repair (9.5 miles away, based in Gaithersburg, 4.8 stars from 308 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Easy Go Appliance Repair (8.5 miles away, based in Reston, 5.0 stars from 40 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Carrillo installation LLC (6.5 miles away, based in Herndon, 4.8 stars from 18 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Lowes Island
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Lowes Island
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher smells bad or dishwasher not draining.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
If the dishwasher has no working shut-off valve of its own, close the main water supply to the house instead. 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
When a dishwasher drains into a garbage disposer, the disposer's drain plug must be knocked out first; if it is left in, the dishwasher will not drain. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. 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 Lowes Island, VA
Most dishwasher calls in Lowes Island 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.
Questions to Ask a Lowes Island Technician
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Lowes Island, VA
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Dishwasher Repair Near Lowes Island
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 Lowes Island technician a trip for parts.