A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. The University Place list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Dishwasher Repair in University Place, WA
40 repair companies serve University Place from within 30 miles. 2 list an address in University Place, and the rest are spread across Tacoma (14), Federal Way (6), and Spanaway (4). 1 of them mentions dishwasher work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Essential University Place Appliance Repair, around 1.3 miles out. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
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.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 34 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.3, 2.0, 2.2 |
The leading options for University Place are Tacoma Dishwasher Repair (4.9 miles away, based in Tacoma, lists Saturday hours); HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Tacoma (9.5 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.9 stars from 470 reviews, lists Saturday hours); InstaFix Appliance Repair (10.0 miles away, based in Federal Way, 4.7 stars from 243 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UP Appliance Repair (2.0 miles away, 4.9 stars from 320 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in University Place
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
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.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Most dishwasher repairs involve one part and an hour or so of labor, which is why many are worth pricing before you shop for a new one. Published ranges:
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. 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 University Place
Most dishwasher calls in University Place 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 University Place
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
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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 University Place technician a trip for parts.