A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. Below are the companies within reach of Woods Creek, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Woods Creek
Within 30 miles of Woods Creek there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Everett (14), Bothell (8), and Woodinville (5). Distances run up to about 17 miles. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 33 businesses. SEATTLE HVAC & Appliance Repair Guys is the nearest, roughly 3.7 miles from Woods Creek.
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.
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 23 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.7, 7.4, 10.2 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
At the top of the Woods Creek list: HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Bothell (17.3 miles away, based in Bothell, 4.9 stars from 1,493 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Smartfix Appliance (12.0 miles away, based in Lake Stevens, 5.0 stars from 102 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Fixers (14.7 miles away, based in Bothell, 4.9 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Mechanics (13.0 miles away, based in Lake Stevens, 4.9 stars from 445 reviews).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
Why Dishwashers Break Down
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Woods Creek
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher smells bad.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
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.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
Before replacing a dishwasher in Woods Creek, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
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.
Around Woods Creek
Most dishwasher calls in Woods Creek 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 Woods Creek
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Woods Creek, WA
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
Why is there standing water in my dishwasher?
Is there anything I can try first?
Is my dishwasher worth fixing?
Dishwasher Repair by Brand in Woods Creek
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Before you call a Woods Creek technician, clean the filter at the bottom of the tub, run the kitchen faucet until the water is hot and check that the drain hose under the sink is not kinked. If the problem stays, have the model number ready.