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 Springfield, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Springfield, VA
Within 30 miles of Springfield there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 12 of them are based in Springfield itself, and other nearby bases include Alexandria (16), Falls Church (4), and West Springfield (3). Distances run up to about 6 miles. Nearest on the list: Rapid Springfield Appliance Repair, around 0.1 miles out. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
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 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.1, 0.6, 0.6 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 25 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
At the top of the Springfield list: Alliance Appliance Services LLC... (0.9 miles away, 5.0 stars from 502 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Vision Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, 4.9 stars from 262 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Services (3.9 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 219 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Clean appliances repair (5.6 miles away, based in Falls Church, 5.0 stars from 61 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Springfield
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher smells bad.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
Shut off the dishwasher's water supply during repairs or whenever it is leaking; the valve is usually under the kitchen sink on the branch line that runs to the dishwasher, and it closes by turning clockwise. 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
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Springfield
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Motor repair: $200–$500 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?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 per visit 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.
What Springfield Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Springfield 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 Springfield
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- 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?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Springfield, VA
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Springfield faster and cheaper.