Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. 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.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Waunakee, WI
Within 30 miles of Waunakee there are 33 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Madison (16), Middleton (4), and Sun Prairie (3). The farthest listed company is about 25 miles out. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Champion Appliance Care is the nearest, roughly 4.6 miles from Waunakee.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Waunakee. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Companies within 30 miles | 33 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 7 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.6, 5.6, 6.6 |
At the top of the Waunakee list: Appliance Service Unlimited Of Middleton, Inc (7.8 miles away, based in Middleton, 4.9 stars from 1,373 reviews); AM Appliance Repair, LLC (11.9 miles away, based in Fitchburg, 5.0 stars from 109 reviews); Champion Appliance Care (9.3 miles away, based in Madison, 4.8 stars from 190 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Madison, WI (7.7 miles away, based in Middleton, 4.8 stars from 636 reviews).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
Why Dishwashers Break Down
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Waunakee
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher not filling with water.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
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.
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:
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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 Waunakee Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Waunakee 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 Waunakee
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- 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?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Waunakee, WI
Why are my dishes still wet?
What does a dishwasher repair usually cost?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Should I repair or replace my dishwasher?
Find Your Dishwasher Brand in Waunakee
Dishwasher Repair Near Waunakee
Write down the model and serial number from the label on the edge of the dishwasher door or tub opening, and note any error code or blinking lights. It saves a Waunakee technician a trip for parts.