Most dishwasher breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the filter and drain path, the drain pump, the water inlet valve, the door latch and the controls. The Merrifield list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Merrifield
Within 30 miles of Merrifield there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Fairfax (13), Falls Church (10), and Vienna (5). The 35 rated companies in range average 4.9 stars. The closest is Mr. Appliance of Northern Virginia, about 0.5 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.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.6, 0.7 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
First up for Merrifield: Ace Vacuums (4.9 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.9 stars from 996 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Northern Virginia (0.5 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.8 stars from 965 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Same Day Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.9 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Nova Fix Appliance (4.2 miles away, based in Fairfax, 5.0 stars from 362 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Merrifield Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher smells bad or dishwasher not draining.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
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.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 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?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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.
Dishwasher Notes for Merrifield, VA
Most dishwasher calls in Merrifield 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 Merrifield
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Merrifield, VA
Why won't my dishwasher drain?
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What should I do if my dishwasher is leaking?
Brand-Specific Dishwasher Repair, Merrifield
Dishwasher Repair Near Merrifield
Before you call a Merrifield 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.