When a dishwasher quits in Virginia Beach, 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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Virginia Beach and the Virginia Beach County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Virginia Beach
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Virginia Beach. 16 of them are based in Virginia Beach itself, and the rest are spread across Norfolk (9), Chesapeake (8), and Portsmouth (5). Distances run up to about 26 miles. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. The closest is Pungo Appliance Repair LLC, about 3.8 miles away.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Virginia Beach. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 42 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 24 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.8, 5.0, 6.5 |
First up for Virginia Beach: East Coast Appliance (12.0 miles away, based in Norfolk, 4.9 stars from 3,721 reviews, lists Saturday hours); East Coast Appliance (11.4 miles away, based in Chesapeake, 4.8 stars from 2,107 reviews, lists Saturday hours); East Coast Appliance (7.7 miles away, 4.9 stars from 5,034 reviews, lists Saturday hours); East Coast Appliance Builder Direct (7.7 miles away, 4.9 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Virginia Beach Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher smells bad.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
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.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
Most dishwasher repairs involve one part and an hour or so of labor, which is why many are worth pricing before you shop for a new one. Published ranges:
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour 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.
Local Notes for Virginia Beach
Most dishwasher calls in Virginia Beach 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 Virginia Beach
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Virginia Beach, VA
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Why are my dishes still wet?
How do I get rid of a dishwasher odor?
What does a dishwasher repair usually cost?
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Dishwasher Repair Near Virginia Beach
Before you call a Virginia Beach 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.