When a dishwasher quits in Sedro-Woolley, 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. 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.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Sedro-Woolley
14 repair companies serve Sedro-Woolley from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Bellingham (9), Arlington (2), and Burlington (1). The farthest listed company is about 28 miles out. DeWaard & Bode is the nearest, roughly 6.1 miles from Sedro-Woolley. 1 of them mentions dishwasher work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 11 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 14 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 10 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 6.1, 19.4, 20.0 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
First up for Sedro-Woolley: DeWaard & Bode (6.1 miles away, based in Burlington, 4.6 stars from 169 reviews, lists Saturday hours); DeWaard & Bode: Outlet Store (21.7 miles away, based in Bellingham, 4.7 stars from 339 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A-Service: Heating, Cooling & Appliance Repair Arlington (25.2 miles away, based in Arlington, 4.9 stars from 170 reviews, lists Saturday hours); DeWaard & Bode (22.1 miles away, based in Bellingham, 4.6 stars from 365 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Sedro-Woolley
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Sedro-Woolley
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher not filling with water.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
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.
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:
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
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.
What Sedro-Woolley Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Sedro-Woolley 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 Sedro-Woolley Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Sedro-Woolley faster and cheaper.