A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. The Poulsbo list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Poulsbo
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Poulsbo. 1 of them are based in Poulsbo itself, and the rest are spread across Bremerton (9), Seattle (8), and Bainbridge Island (7). Distances run up to about 16 miles. Bill's City Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Poulsbo. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 25 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Poulsbo. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 5.4, 5.7 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 48 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
First up for Poulsbo: A-Service: Heating, Cooling & Appliance Repair (15.6 miles away, based in Mountlake Terrace, 4.9 stars from 627 reviews, lists Saturday hours); 98 Refrigeration Appliance Repair (14.2 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.9 stars from 764 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Fixers (13.5 miles away, based in Seattle, 5.0 stars from 68 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.6 miles away, based in Shoreline, 4.7 stars from 351 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Poulsbo
What Gets Fixed on a Poulsbo Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher not draining.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
Keep the drain hose free of kinks, twists and pinches, and follow local plumbing codes for the drain connection. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
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:
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
When an aging dishwasher no longer has manufacturer coverage and needs frequent or major repairs, start planning for a replacement. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
What Poulsbo Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Poulsbo 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.
Before You Book in Poulsbo
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Poulsbo, WA
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Dishwasher Repair by Brand in Poulsbo
Dishwasher Repair Near Poulsbo
Write down the model and serial number from the label on the edge of the dishwasher door or tub opening, and note any error code or blinking lights. It saves a Poulsbo technician a trip for parts.