If your KitchenAid dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The South Pasadena list starts with companies that name KitchenAid, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with KitchenAid. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair KitchenAid dishwashers and other brands.
Independent KitchenAid Dishwasher Technicians, South Pasadena CA
40 repair companies serve South Pasadena from within 30 miles. 4 of them are based in South Pasadena itself, and the rest are spread across Pasadena (18), Alhambra (4), and Glendale (4). Reliable Appliance Fix And Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from South Pasadena. No company within 30 miles of South Pasadena names KitchenAid in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.5, 0.5 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention KitchenAid | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
Closest matches for South Pasadena: Greenway Appliance Thermador & KitchenAid Repair. (5.4 miles away, based in Rosemead, 5.0 stars from 26 reviews, lists Saturday hours); 911 Appliance Repair (5.3 miles away, based in Glendale, 5.0 stars from 73 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Evotech Appliance Repair (2.8 miles away, based in San Gabriel, 4.9 stars from 44 reviews, lists Saturday hours); American Service Alliance (2.1 miles away, based in Alhambra, 4.8 stars from 70 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your KitchenAid Dishwasher
What a KitchenAid Dishwasher Technician Deals With
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
Common KitchenAid Dishwasher Problems
- 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
- Dishwasher not draining. KitchenAid says to clean food buildup out of the filter first, and on a newly installed unit to confirm the garbage disposer knockout plug was removed. Source: KitchenAid - Dishwasher Troubleshooting Guide
Reading a KitchenAid Dishwasher Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| F9E1 | Long drain: the dishwasher is not draining in time; clean the filter and check the drain hose, disposer and air gap. Source: KitchenAid - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
| 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 |
KitchenAid Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Owner Care for KitchenAid Dishwashers
- Make sure water reaches the dishwasher at about 120°F so detergent dissolves properly. Source: KitchenAid - Dishwasher Troubleshooting Guide
- 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
What KitchenAid Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a KitchenAid dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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?
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 to Have Ready for a KitchenAid Dishwasher Call
- How old the dishwasher is
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
Dishwasher Notes for South Pasadena, CA
Most dishwasher calls in South Pasadena 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).
Before You Book in South Pasadena
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
KitchenAid Dishwasher Repair FAQs: South Pasadena, CA
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Which South Pasadena technicians work on KitchenAid?
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KitchenAid Dishwasher Repair Near South Pasadena
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.