Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. Below are the companies within reach of Selah, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Selah, WA
Within 30 miles of Selah there are 13 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Yakima (7), Union Gap (1), and Naches (1). 1 of them mentions dishwasher work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: SilverAppliances, around 3.2 miles out. Across 13 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Selah. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 13 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.2, 3.5, 3.8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 1 |
Closest matches for Selah: Sears Appliance Repair (21.7 miles away, based in Toppenish, 4.4 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Gordie's Used Appliance (3.8 miles away, based in Yakima, 4.5 stars from 172 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Telco Electroncs, LLC (5.5 miles away, based in Yakima, 4.6 stars from 9 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (6.5 miles away, based in Union Gap, 4.0 stars from 210 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Selah
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Selah
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher not draining.
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.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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?
- 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?
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 Selah, WA
Most dishwasher calls in Selah 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.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Selah
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Selah, WA
Why are my dishes still wet?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
What should I do if my dishwasher is leaking?
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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 Selah technician a trip for parts.