When a dishwasher quits in Richlands, 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.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Richlands, VA
Within 60 miles of Richlands there are 25 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Richlands, and the rest are spread across Princeton (3), Bristol (3), and Kingsport (3). Nearest on the list: Appliance Plus Inc of SW Va, around 0.5 miles out. 1 lists dishwasher work specifically. Across 25 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars. Richlands is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Richlands. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 21.8, 28.2 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 25 |
Closest matches for Richlands: Sears Appliance Repair (54.2 miles away, based in Kingsport, 4.5 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Plus Inc of SW Va (0.5 miles away, 2.7 stars from 22 reviews); Modern Appliance Repair Services LLC (39.2 miles away, based in Princeton, 4.9 stars from 117 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (28.4 miles away, based in Abingdon, 4.4 stars from 147 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Richlands
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
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 Richlands
Before replacing a dishwasher in Richlands, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 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?
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 Richlands
Most dishwasher calls in Richlands 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 Richlands
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Richlands, VA
What should I do if my dishwasher is leaking?
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
Why won't my dishwasher drain?
Is my dishwasher worth fixing?
Dishwasher Repair by Brand in Richlands
Dishwasher Repair Near Richlands
Before you call a Richlands 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.