Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention dishwashers at the top.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Lakewood
40 repair companies serve Lakewood from within 30 miles. 2 of them are based in Lakewood itself, and the rest are spread across Tacoma (14), Federal Way (6), and Spanaway (4). The closest is Lakewood Appliance, about 0.6 miles away. 1 lists dishwasher work specifically. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
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| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 0.8, 1.4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
Closest matches for Lakewood: Tacoma Dishwasher Repair (7.2 miles away, based in Tacoma, lists Saturday hours); HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Tacoma (11.4 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.9 stars from 470 reviews, lists Saturday hours); InstaFix Appliance Repair (11.5 miles away, based in Federal Way, 4.7 stars from 243 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UP Appliance Repair (5.4 miles away, based in University Place, 4.9 stars from 320 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
Why Dishwashers Break Down
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Lakewood
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
If the dishwasher has no working shut-off valve of its own, close the main water supply to the house instead. 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?
Before replacing a dishwasher in Lakewood, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Control board / control panel replacement: $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?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$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 Lakewood
Most dishwasher calls in Lakewood 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.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Lakewood
- 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?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Lakewood, WA
What should I check before calling?
Should I repair or replace my dishwasher?
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
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Before you call a Lakewood 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.