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 Menasha, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Menasha
31 repair companies serve Menasha from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Green Bay (11), Appleton (7), and Oshkosh (4). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. Nearest on the list: J.D. Appliance, around 3.4 miles out. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Menasha. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 12 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.4, 4.0, 4.1 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 31 |
At the top of the Menasha list: Fox Cities Appliance Repair (4.1 miles away, based in Neenah, 4.8 stars from 81 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Oshkosh (16.1 miles away, based in Oshkosh, 4.9 stars from 157 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Appleton (12.5 miles away, based in Kaukauna, 4.9 stars from 56 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.1 miles away, based in Appleton, 4.2 stars from 70 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Menasha
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher smells bad or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
A leak from the water supply line tends to show up as dampness under the front of the unit; leaks at the door often trace back to a dirty, loose or damaged gasket, a bent or loose latch, or a unit that is not level. 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.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 per visit 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.
Dishwasher Notes for Menasha, WI
Most dishwasher calls in Menasha 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.
Before You Book in Menasha
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Menasha faster and cheaper.