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. The Tacoma list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Dishwashers Near Tacoma
40 repair companies serve Tacoma from within 30 miles. 14 list an address in Tacoma, and the rest are spread across Federal Way (6), Auburn (5), and Spanaway (4). Distances run up to about 12 miles. Of those, 1 mentions dishwasher work by name. Tacoma Dishwasher Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from Tacoma. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 30 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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 34 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 1.5, 2.6 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
Closest matches for Tacoma: Tacoma Dishwasher Repair (1.0 miles away, lists Saturday hours); HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Tacoma (4.9 miles away, 4.9 stars from 470 reviews, lists Saturday hours); InstaFix Appliance Repair (5.2 miles away, based in Federal Way, 4.7 stars from 243 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UP Appliance Repair (3.6 miles away, based in University Place, 4.9 stars from 320 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Tacoma
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Tacoma
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
Hand soap, dish soap or laundry detergent can make a dishwasher over-suds and spill water onto the floor; use only automatic dishwasher detergent. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
Before inspecting or working on a dishwasher, unplug it or switch off its circuit breaker. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a dishwasher in Tacoma, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 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?
- 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?
- 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.
Local Notes for Tacoma
Most dishwasher calls in Tacoma 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 Tacoma Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Tacoma, WA
Why won't my dishwasher drain?
Is my dishwasher worth fixing?
Can a dishwasher leak damage my floor?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Tacoma faster and cheaper.