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 Watertown, sorted by how closely they match dishwasher work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Watertown
Within 30 miles of Watertown there are 25 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 of them are based in Watertown itself, and other nearby bases include Sun Prairie (3), Madison (3), and Oconomowoc (2). Distances run up to about 30 miles. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Watertown. 1 lists dishwasher work specifically. Across 24 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.0 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Watertown. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 1.2, 13.3 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 9 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 25 |
First up for Watertown: Sears Appliance Repair (20.3 miles away, based in Beaver Dam, 4.5 stars from 86 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Silica For Your Home (1.2 miles away, 4.7 stars from 165 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.2 miles away, 4.1 stars from 55 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Radtke Appliance, Inc. (13.3 miles away, based in Oconomowoc, 4.6 stars from 159 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Watertown Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher smells bad or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
If the dishwasher has no working shut-off valve of its own, close the main water supply to the house instead. Source: GE Appliances - Dishwasher Water Shut-Off Location
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.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Watertown
A dishwasher repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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.
Around Watertown
Most dishwasher calls in Watertown 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 Watertown
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Watertown, WI
Which areas near Watertown do these technicians cover?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
What should I do if my dishwasher is leaking?
Is my dishwasher worth fixing?
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Before you call a Watertown 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.