When a dishwasher quits in Sterling, 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. The Sterling list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Sterling, VA
Within 30 miles of Sterling there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 6 of them are based in Sterling itself, and the rest are spread across Ashburn (8), Chantilly (8), and Herndon (7). Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars. Nearest on the list: Ready Sterling Appliance Repair, around 0.4 miles out.
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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.5, 1.6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 55 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
At the top of the Sterling list: dyab appliance repair (2.7 miles away, based in Herndon, 4.9 stars from 176 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Icon Of Appliance Repair (8.8 miles away, based in Chantilly, 5.0 stars from 122 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Masters LLC (8.9 miles away, based in Stone Ridge, 4.9 stars from 199 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Carrillo installation LLC (2.9 miles away, based in Herndon, 4.8 stars from 18 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Sterling
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher not draining.
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
Built-in dishwashers are typically specified for their own properly grounded 120-volt branch circuit protected by a 15- or 20-amp breaker or time-delay fuse, with no extension cords or adapter plugs. 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:
- 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit 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.
Dishwasher Notes for Sterling, VA
Most dishwasher calls in Sterling 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 Sterling
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Sterling, VA
Why is there standing water in my dishwasher?
Is my dishwasher worth fixing?
Do you cover Sterling and nearby towns?
Dishwasher Repair by Brand in Sterling
Dishwasher Repair Near Sterling
Before you call a Sterling 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.