A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Winchester and the Winchester County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Winchester, VA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Winchester. 2 of them are based in Winchester itself, and the rest are spread across Leesburg (7), Ashburn (6), and Aldie (3). Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 35 businesses. Nearest on the list: I Got It Furniture & Used Appliances, LLC, around 0.7 miles out. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Winchester is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Winchester. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 1.1, 4.4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
The leading options for Winchester are Nicole Layton's Appliance Repair, LLC (4.4 miles away, based in Stephens City, 4.7 stars from 104 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (1.1 miles away, 4.3 stars from 364 reviews, lists Saturday hours); I Got It Furniture & Used Appliances, LLC (0.7 miles away, 4.0 stars from 26 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Icon Of Appliance Repair (39.2 miles away, based in Chantilly, 5.0 stars from 122 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- An error code on the display
Why Dishwashers Break Down
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher smells bad.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
Hand soap, dish soap or laundry detergent can make a dishwasher over-suds and spill water onto the floor; use only automatic dishwasher detergent. 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.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Winchester
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 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?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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.
Local Notes for Winchester
Most dishwasher calls in Winchester 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 Winchester
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Winchester, VA
What should I check before calling?
Why is there standing water in my dishwasher?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Dishwasher Repair by Brand in Winchester
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Before you call a Winchester 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.