When a dishwasher quits in Monona, 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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Monona and the Dane County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Monona, WI
Our data shows 34 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Monona. 2 of them are based in Monona itself, and the rest are spread across Madison (16), Middleton (4), and Sun Prairie (3). Distances run up to about 30 miles. Just In Time Refrigeration, LLC is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from Monona. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 1.2, 1.7 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 34 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 9 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
Closest matches for Monona: AM Appliance Repair, LLC (6.1 miles away, based in Fitchburg, 5.0 stars from 109 reviews); Appliance Service Unlimited Of Middleton, Inc (11.0 miles away, based in Middleton, 4.9 stars from 1,373 reviews); Champion Appliance Care (7.2 miles away, based in Madison, 4.8 stars from 190 reviews); Stoughton Appliance Repair (13.7 miles away, based in Stoughton, 5.0 stars from 63 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
Why Dishwashers Break Down
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher smells bad.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
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
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
When a dishwasher drains into a garbage disposer, the disposer's drain plug must be knocked out first; if it is left in, the dishwasher will not drain. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a dishwasher in Monona, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 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?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. 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 Monona
Most dishwasher calls in Monona 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 Monona Technician
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Monona, WI
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
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Dishwasher Repair by Brand in Monona
Dishwasher Repair Near Monona
Before you call a Monona 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.