Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Spokane and the Spokane County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Spokane, WA
Our data shows 32 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Spokane. 18 list an address in Spokane, and other nearby bases include Spokane Valley (8), Post Falls (2), and Liberty Lake (1). Distances run up to about 28 miles. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 28 businesses. Nearest on the list: HotWire HVAC, Refrigerator & Appliance Repair Spokane, around 0.7 miles out.
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.
| Companies within 30 miles | 32 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 23 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 1.0, 1.8 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
At the top of the Spokane list: HotWire HVAC, Refrigerator & Appliance Repair Spokane (0.7 miles away, 4.9 stars from 774 reviews, lists Saturday hours); IV Appliance Clinic (5.6 miles away, 5.0 stars from 747 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Allway Service Appliance repair & Refrigeration repair (12.5 miles away, based in Spokane Valley, 4.9 stars from 495 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AirNest Service/Appliance Repair (10.3 miles away, based in Spokane Valley, 4.9 stars from 157 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- An error code on the display
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
Why Dishwashers Break Down
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher not draining.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
A dishwasher must be grounded; if the home wiring lacks a ground or the plug does not fit the outlet, a licensed electrician should correct it rather than modifying the plug. Source: Whirlpool - Dishwasher User Instructions
To keep dirty water from siphoning back into the dishwasher, the drain hose is run in a high loop (at least 32 inches high in GE's instructions) or through an air gap; an air gap is called for when local code requires it or when the drain connection sits less than 18 inches above the floor. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a dishwasher in Spokane, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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.
Local Notes for Spokane
Most dishwasher calls in Spokane 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 Spokane Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Spokane, WA
What should I check before calling?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
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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 Spokane technician a trip for parts.