Most dishwasher breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the filter and drain path, the drain pump, the water inlet valve, the door latch and the controls. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Edmonds and the Snohomish County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Edmonds
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Edmonds. 5 of them are based in Edmonds itself, and the rest are spread across Lynnwood (7), Bothell (7), and Seattle (5). Distances run up to about 8 miles. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars. The closest is Appliance Repair MM, about 0.7 miles away.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 1.1, 1.5 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
Closest matches for Edmonds: A-Service: Heating, Cooling & Appliance Repair (1.9 miles away, based in Mountlake Terrace, 4.9 stars from 627 reviews, lists Saturday hours); HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Bothell (4.9 miles away, based in Bothell, 4.9 stars from 1,493 reviews, lists Saturday hours); 98 Refrigeration Appliance Repair (7.5 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.9 stars from 764 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.1 miles away, based in Lynnwood, 4.7 stars from 413 reviews).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Edmonds Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher not drying dishes.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
A dishwasher must be grounded; if the home wiring lacks a ground or the plug does not fit the outlet, a licensed electrician should correct it rather than modifying the plug. Source: Whirlpool - Dishwasher User 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?
Before replacing a dishwasher in Edmonds, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. 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 Edmonds, WA
Most dishwasher calls in Edmonds 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.
Washington's Department of Labor & Industries issues an appliance repair (07D) specialty electrician certificate that covers like-for-like repair and replacement of self-contained appliances such as ovens on an unchanged circuit, but excludes branch-circuit wiring and plumbing work. Source: WAC 296-46B-920, Electrical/telecommunications license/certificate types and scope of work
In Washington, you can check a license with the L&I Verify a Contractor, Tradesperson or Business or report a problem to the Washington State Office of the Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Edmonds Technician
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- 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: Edmonds, WA
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Why won't my dishwasher drain?
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Before you call a Edmonds 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.