If your KitchenAid dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Costa Mesa, with those that mention KitchenAid first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Independent listings only: Dishwasher Repairs is not affiliated with or endorsed by KitchenAid. If your dishwasher is still under manufacturer coverage, contact KitchenAid directly.
Who Works on KitchenAid Dishwashers Near Costa Mesa
40 repair companies serve Costa Mesa from within 30 miles. 14 list an address in Costa Mesa, and other nearby bases include Newport Beach (11), Huntington Beach (4), and Santa Ana (4). The farthest listed company is about 4 miles out. No company within 30 miles of Costa Mesa names KitchenAid in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Nearest on the list: Moore Appliance Pros, around 0.5 miles out. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Costa Mesa. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention KitchenAid | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.6, 0.8 |
The leading options for Costa Mesa are Greenway Appliance Thermador & KitchenAid Repair. (28.5 miles away, based in Rosemead, 5.0 stars from 26 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (0.8 miles away, 4.6 stars from 217 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Neilion Inc. Commercial appliance repair. (2.7 miles away, based in Huntington Beach, 5.0 stars from 22 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Best Service Appliance Repair (3.7 miles away, based in Irvine, 5.0 stars from 128 reviews).
Know Your KitchenAid Dishwasher
What Makes KitchenAid Dishwasher Repairs Different
An overfill protection float inside the tub must move freely, since an obstructed float can stop the dishwasher from taking in water. Source: KitchenAid - Dishwasher Not Getting Water
Most KitchenAid dishwashers use a two-part manual filter (an upper assembly and a lower filter) that must be removed and rinsed by hand, while select models with the Advanced Clean Water Wash System use a maintenance-free microfiltration setup with a cup that catches hard objects. Source: KitchenAid - How to Clean a Dishwasher Filter
What KitchenAid Says to Check First
- Dishwasher not draining after installation. On a new install, check that the disposer knockout plug is out, the disposer is clear, and the drain hose has a high loop or air gap with no pinches or sharp bends. Source: KitchenAid - Newly Installed Dishwasher Not Draining
- Dishwasher not drying. Confirm a heated or fan dry option is selected, especially on quick cycles, and that rinse aid is filled. Source: KitchenAid - Dishwasher Not Drying
KitchenAid Dishwasher Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| F7E2 | Wash motor error: power cycle the unit and schedule service if it returns. Source: KitchenAid - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
| F6E1 | User interface or main control communication error: power cycle the unit and schedule service if it returns. Source: KitchenAid - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
| F8E4 | Water detected in the drip tray: empty the tray, confirm the float switch is connected and look for leaking water connections. Source: KitchenAid - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
When to Call for KitchenAid Dishwasher Repair
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Costa Mesa
Keeping a KitchenAid Dishwasher Running
- Clean the filter on a schedule tied to use, on average every three to six months, and more often for heavy loads with no pre-rinsing. Source: KitchenAid - How to Clean a Dishwasher Filter
- Keep the rinse aid dispenser filled, since low rinse aid leads to water spots and poor drying. Source: KitchenAid - Dishwasher Not Drying
What KitchenAid Dishwasher Repairs Cost
A KitchenAid 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?
- Door spring repair: $50–$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?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
When an aging dishwasher no longer has manufacturer coverage and needs frequent or major repairs, start planning for a replacement. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Before the Technician Arrives
- 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
Around Costa Mesa
Most dishwasher calls in Costa Mesa 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.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
Questions to Ask a Costa Mesa Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
KitchenAid Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Costa Mesa, CA
How do I get rid of a dishwasher odor?
Why are my dishes still wet?
Why does my KitchenAid dishwasher show an error code?
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Clean the filter, check the drain hose under the sink and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a KitchenAid repair.