When a dishwasher quits in Pulaski, 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. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention dishwashers at the top.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Pulaski
34 repair companies serve Pulaski from within 60 miles. The rest are spread across Roanoke (9), Princeton (3), and Christiansburg (2). Distances run up to about 60 miles. Rated companies nearby average 3.8 stars across 31 businesses. Nearest on the list: Britts Service Co, around 19.0 miles out. Pulaski is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 11 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 19.0, 20.1, 20.6 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 34 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
First up for Pulaski: Peerless Appliance Services (49.7 miles away, based in Roanoke, 4.9 stars from 1,204 reviews); Modern Appliance Repair Services LLC (30.2 miles away, based in Princeton, 4.9 stars from 117 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (20.7 miles away, based in Christiansburg, 4.3 stars from 159 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dugspur Appliance Repair Experts (22.8 miles away, based in Dugspur, 4.2 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Pulaski
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Pulaski
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher smells bad.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
A leak from the water supply line tends to show up as dampness under the front of the unit; leaks at the door often trace back to a dirty, loose or damaged gasket, a bent or loose latch, or a unit that is not level. 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
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.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Pulaski
Before replacing a dishwasher in Pulaski, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$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?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour 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.
What Pulaski Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Pulaski 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.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Pulaski
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- 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?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Pulaski, VA
Is there anything I can try first?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why won't my dishwasher drain?
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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 Pulaski technician a trip for parts.