A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. Below are the companies within reach of Vienna, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Vienna
Within 30 miles of Vienna there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 5 of them are based in Vienna itself, and the rest are spread across Fairfax (13), Falls Church (10), and McLean (4). Distances run up to about 6 miles. The closest is Red Vacuums, about 0.3 miles away. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.9 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.
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.4, 0.4 |
At the top of the Vienna list: Ace Vacuums (5.0 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.9 stars from 996 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Northern Virginia (2.1 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.8 stars from 965 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Same Day Appliance Repair (4.0 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.9 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Nova Fix Appliance (4.8 miles away, based in Fairfax, 5.0 stars from 362 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Vienna
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Vienna
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher smells bad.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
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
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.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 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?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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?
- 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?
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.
What Vienna Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Vienna 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.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Vienna
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Vienna, VA
Do you cover Vienna and nearby towns?
Is there anything I can try first?
Why won't my dishwasher drain?
What should I do if my dishwasher is leaking?
Dishwasher Repair by Brand in Vienna
Dishwasher Repair Near Vienna
Before you call a Vienna 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.