Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. 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.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Sultan
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Sultan. Other nearby bases include Everett (11), Redmond (9), and Bothell (6). SEATTLE HVAC & Appliance Repair Guys is the nearest, roughly 7.6 miles from Sultan. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
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| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 24 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 7.6, 11.2, 13.4 |
At the top of the Sultan list: Smartfix Appliance (16.2 miles away, based in Lake Stevens, 5.0 stars from 102 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Fixers (18.8 miles away, based in Bothell, 4.9 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GreenFix Appliance Repair LLC (18.8 miles away, based in Redmond, 5.0 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Mechanics (17.2 miles away, based in Lake Stevens, 4.9 stars from 445 reviews).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Sultan
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
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
Before inspecting or working on a dishwasher, unplug it or switch off its circuit breaker. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
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.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Sultan
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?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
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 Sultan Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Sultan 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 Sultan Technician
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Sultan, WA
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Sultan faster and cheaper.