When a dishwasher quits in Mequon, the first question is whether it is a clog you can clear yourself or a failed part, and that decides whether you need a technician at all. The Mequon list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Mequon
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Mequon. 2 of them are based in Mequon itself, and the rest are spread across Milwaukee (16), Wauwatosa (5), and Brookfield (3). Distances run up to about 16 miles. The closest is Master Appliance Repair Service, LLC, about 0.1 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.0 stars across 36 businesses.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.1, 0.1, 2.7 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 26 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
The leading options for Mequon are Sears Appliance Repair (3.3 miles away, 4.1 stars from 142 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Advent Appliance Repair Service (6.0 miles away, based in Grafton, 4.8 stars from 170 reviews); Thiensville Appliance Repair (0.1 miles away, based in Thiensville, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Powerhouse Appliance LLC (10.2 miles away, based in Saukville, 5.0 stars from 18 reviews).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Mequon Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher smells bad.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
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.
Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?
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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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.
Around Mequon
Most dishwasher calls in Mequon 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 Mequon
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Mequon faster and cheaper.