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. 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.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Shoreline, WA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Shoreline. 3 list an address in Shoreline, and the rest are spread across Seattle (10), Bothell (6), and Edmonds (5). Distances run up to about 7 miles. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Shoreline. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 34 businesses.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.4, 1.4 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 25 |
The leading options for Shoreline are A-Service: Heating, Cooling & Appliance Repair (3.3 miles away, based in Mountlake Terrace, 4.9 stars from 627 reviews, lists Saturday hours); 98 Refrigeration Appliance Repair (3.6 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.9 stars from 764 reviews, lists Saturday hours); HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Bothell (5.1 miles away, based in Bothell, 4.9 stars from 1,493 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.1 miles away, based in Lynnwood, 4.7 stars from 413 reviews).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- An error code on the display
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Shoreline
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher not draining.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
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
Before inspecting or working on a dishwasher, unplug it or switch off its circuit breaker. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
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?
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 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?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 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?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. 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.
Around Shoreline
Most dishwasher calls in Shoreline 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 Shoreline
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Shoreline, WA
Should I repair or replace my dishwasher?
What should I do if my dishwasher is leaking?
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Shoreline faster and cheaper.