A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. The Chippewa Falls list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Chippewa Falls, WI
We found 13 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Chippewa Falls. 1 of them are based in Chippewa Falls itself, and the rest are spread across Eau Claire (8), Bloomer (2), and Elk Mound (1). The farthest listed company is about 26 miles out. Of those, 1 mentions dishwasher work by name. The closest is Amundson's Appliance, about 0.1 miles away. Across 11 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Chippewa Falls. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 13 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.1, 9.9, 10.0 |
The leading options for Chippewa Falls are Denny’s Appliance (25.7 miles away, based in Menomonie, 4.4 stars from 74 reviews); Amundson's Appliance (0.1 miles away, 4.6 stars from 189 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.5 miles away, based in Eau Claire, 4.5 stars from 122 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Goss Appliance (9.9 miles away, based in Eau Claire, 4.4 stars from 119 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- An error code on the display
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Chippewa Falls
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not drying dishes 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
Built-in dishwashers are typically specified for their own properly grounded 120-volt branch circuit protected by a 15- or 20-amp breaker or time-delay fuse, with no extension cords or adapter plugs. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Chippewa Falls
Before replacing a dishwasher in Chippewa Falls, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 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?
- 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.
Local Notes for Chippewa Falls
Most dishwasher calls in Chippewa Falls 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.
Wisconsin has no separate appliance repair license; plumbing licensing covers appliances connected to water supply systems, including water heaters, but exempts minor repairs to appliances and repair or replacement of gas or electrical control valves and devices. Source: DSPS: Plumbing License Laws in Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, you can check a license with the Wisconsin DSPS LicensE credential lookup or report a problem to the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), Bureau of Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Chippewa Falls
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Chippewa Falls, WI
How much does dishwasher repair cost in Chippewa Falls?
What should I check before calling?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Brand-Specific Dishwasher Repair, Chippewa Falls
Dishwasher Repair Near Chippewa Falls
Before you call a Chippewa Falls 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.