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 Hillsborough, with those that mention KitchenAid first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with KitchenAid. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair KitchenAid dishwashers and other brands.
Who Works on KitchenAid Dishwashers Near Hillsborough
Within 30 miles of Hillsborough there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Durham (13), Cary (6), and Burlington (5). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. The closest is AMC Appliance Repair- Durham, North Carolina, about 9.3 miles away. None of the companies within 30 miles mention KitchenAid by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hillsborough. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
|---|---|
| Mention KitchenAid | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 43 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 9.3, 9.6, 10.5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 22 |
The leading options for Hillsborough are Sears Appliance Repair (58.7 miles away, based in Dunn, 4.6 stars from 128 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Called To Repair (9.6 miles away, based in Mebane, 4.9 stars from 264 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bud Matthews Services (15.6 miles away, based in Chapel Hill, 4.8 stars from 808 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AMC Appliance Repair- Durham, North Carolina (9.3 miles away, based in Durham, 5.0 stars from 139 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
KitchenAid Dishwasher Lines and Features
How KitchenAid Dishwashers Are Built
Some KitchenAid dishwashers have a Leak Detection System using sensors, a flow monitor and a drip tray that stops the cycle, drains the tub and signals that service is needed. Source: KitchenAid - Dishwasher Leaks
Common KitchenAid Dishwasher Problems
- Dishwasher not starting. Check for sleep mode, control lock or a delayed start, then unplug the unit or reset the breaker for a full minute. Source: KitchenAid - Dishwasher Troubleshooting Guide
- Dishwasher not cleaning. Start by loading dishes soiled side down without overcrowding and matching the detergent amount and cycle to the load. Source: KitchenAid - Dishwasher Troubleshooting Guide
KitchenAid Dishwasher Error Codes
| 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 |
| F6E1 | User interface or main control communication error: power cycle the unit and schedule service if it returns. 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 |
Signs Your KitchenAid Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Care KitchenAid Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- Run an affresh dishwasher cleaner tablet roughly every 30 washes to control limescale and mineral buildup. 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:
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- 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 Hillsborough
Most dishwasher calls in Hillsborough 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.
North Carolina has no license specific to appliance repair; work on gas appliances, fuel piping and heating equipment is regulated by the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors, with an exemption for minor repairs that don't change fuel type, venting or piping. Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. ยง 87-21 (NC General Assembly)
In North Carolina, you can check a license with the NC Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Board public license search or report a problem to the North Carolina Department of Justice, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Hillsborough Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
KitchenAid Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Hillsborough, NC
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Which Hillsborough technicians work on KitchenAid?
Do you work for KitchenAid?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
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Before you call, find the model and serial number on your KitchenAid dishwasher's label, usually on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.