If your Electrolux dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The Chillum list starts with companies that name Electrolux, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Electrolux. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Electrolux dishwashers and other brands.
Independent Electrolux Dishwasher Technicians, Chillum MD
Within 30 miles of Chillum there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Washington (20), Silver Spring (7), and Hyattsville (3). None of the repair companies near Chillum name Electrolux in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from Chillum. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 34 businesses.
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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 1.0, 1.1 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Mention Electrolux | 0 |
At the top of the Chillum list: ZBS Appliance Repair (3.2 miles away, based in Silver Spring, 4.8 stars from 23 reviews); Superior Appliance Repair (3.9 miles away, based in Washington, 4.9 stars from 41 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GoldenGrid Appliance Care (3.3 miles away, based in Washington, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (0.3 miles away, based in Hyattsville, 4.4 stars from 398 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Makes Electrolux Dishwasher Repairs Different
Electrolux dishwashers use a manually cleaned filter pair: a cylinder fine filter that twists out counterclockwise and a coarse filter in the tub bottom beneath it. Source: Electrolux - Dishwasher Glass Trap and Filter Guide
The rinse aid dose is adjustable, from L0 to L6 through the control panel on some models and with a dial under the dispenser cap on others. Source: Electrolux - Dishwasher Rinse Aid Guide
Common Electrolux Dishwasher Problems
- Dishwasher not drying. Electrolux says to check and refill the rinse aid, raise the rinse aid setting, and skip the Air Dry option if items are coming out wet. Source: Electrolux - Dishwasher Rinse Aid Guide
- Dishwasher leaking. Electrolux says to check first that the drain hose is installed correctly and unblocked and that the door closes fully, since the kick plate can keep it from shutting. Source: Electrolux - Dishwasher - Water Leaking
Reading a Electrolux Dishwasher Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| PF | Power was lost during the cycle. Source: Electrolux - Dishwasher Error Codes and Alarms Guide |
| LOC | The door is locked. Source: Electrolux - Dishwasher Error Codes and Alarms Guide |
| Hd / HO | The unit is heating the water before washing. This is normal, not a fault. Source: Electrolux - Dishwasher Error Codes and Alarms Guide |
When to Call for Electrolux Dishwasher Repair
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Chillum
Keeping a Electrolux Dishwasher Running
- Keep the rinse aid dispenser filled to the fill line, and refill when the indicator turns clear. Source: Electrolux - Dishwasher Rinse Aid Guide
- Remove and rinse the coarse filter and the cylinder fine filter under running water, using a sponge or bottle brush for stuck-on food. Source: Electrolux - Dishwasher Glass Trap and Filter Guide
Budgeting for a Electrolux Dishwasher Repair
A Electrolux dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Electrolux Dishwasher Call
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- How old the dishwasher is
Dishwasher Notes for Chillum, MD
Most dishwasher calls in Chillum 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.
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
In Maryland, you can check a license with the Maryland Department of Labor occupational license search (Board of Plumbing) or report a problem to the Maryland Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Chillum
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Electrolux Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Chillum, MD
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Should I repair or replace my Electrolux dishwasher?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Electrolux dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Chillum technician bring the right parts.