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. 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.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Grafton, WI
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Grafton. 1 list an address in Grafton, and other nearby bases include Milwaukee (15), Wauwatosa (5), and Saukville (2). The farthest listed company is about 21 miles out. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.9 stars. Nearest on the list: Advent Appliance Repair Service, around 1.6 miles out.
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| Companies within 30 miles | 57 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.6, 3.1, 4.1 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 22 |
Closest matches for Grafton: Advent Appliance Repair Service (1.6 miles away, 4.8 stars from 170 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (7.2 miles away, based in Mequon, 4.1 stars from 142 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Powerhouse Appliance LLC (4.1 miles away, based in Saukville, 5.0 stars from 18 reviews); Thiensville Appliance Repair (6.1 miles away, based in Thiensville, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- An error code on the display
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in Grafton
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Grafton
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher smells bad or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
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
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
To keep dirty water from siphoning back into the dishwasher, the drain hose is run in a high loop (at least 32 inches high in GE's instructions) or through an air gap; an air gap is called for when local code requires it or when the drain connection sits less than 18 inches above the floor. 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:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 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?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour 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.
What Grafton Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Grafton 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.
Questions to Ask a Grafton Technician
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Grafton, WI
What should I do if my dishwasher is leaking?
Why is there standing water in my dishwasher?
Should I repair or replace my dishwasher?
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Grafton faster and cheaper.