Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving University of Virginia and the Albemarle County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Local Dishwasher Repair in University of Virginia, VA
We found 12 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of University of Virginia. The rest are spread across Charlottesville (4), Fishersville (3), and Gordonsville (1). Nearest on the list: Christopher Hayes Appliance Specialists, around 2.1 miles out. The 11 rated companies in range average 3.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from University of Virginia. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 12 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.1, 2.8, 3.4 |
First up for University of Virginia: Sears Appliance Repair (3.5 miles away, based in Charlottesville, 4.5 stars from 284 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quality Appliance Repair of Louisa LLC (27.6 miles away, based in Louisa, 4.9 stars from 1,493 reviews); Christopher Hayes Appliance Specialists (2.1 miles away, based in Charlottesville, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews, lists Saturday hours); VA Commercial Repair Solutions (25.5 miles away, based in Fishersville, 4.6 stars from 152 reviews).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher smells bad.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
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
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in University of Virginia
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?
- 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?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. 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.
Around University of Virginia
Most dishwasher calls in University of Virginia 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.
Questions to Ask a University of Virginia Technician
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- 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: University of Virginia, VA
How do I get rid of a dishwasher odor?
Why won't my dishwasher drain?
Are you affiliated with any dishwasher brand?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Find Your Dishwasher Brand in University of Virginia
Dishwasher Repair Near University of Virginia
Before you call a University of Virginia 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.