If your KitchenAid dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions KitchenAid and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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 Knightdale
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Knightdale. Other nearby bases include Raleigh (20), Cary (4), and Wendell (3). The farthest listed company is about 18 miles out. The closest is Appliance Services of NC, Inc., about 3.7 miles away. No company within 30 miles of Knightdale names KitchenAid in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Across 39 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Knightdale. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention KitchenAid | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.7, 3.7, 4.9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 33 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
At the top of the Knightdale list: Sears Appliance Repair (33.8 miles away, based in Dunn, 4.6 stars from 128 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Swift Appliance Repair (5.0 miles away, based in Raleigh, 5.0 stars from 127 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Cary (16.3 miles away, based in Cary, 4.9 stars from 1,970 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.9 miles away, based in Raleigh, 4.3 stars from 571 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
KitchenAid Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
What Makes KitchenAid Dishwasher Repairs Different
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
KitchenAid Dishwasher Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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
What KitchenAid Dishwasher Codes Mean
| 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 |
KitchenAid Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- An error code on the display
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Keeping a KitchenAid Dishwasher Running
- 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
Budgeting for a KitchenAid Dishwasher Repair
A KitchenAid dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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 repair: $200–$500 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?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
What Knightdale Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Knightdale 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.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Knightdale
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
KitchenAid Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Knightdale, NC
Why does my KitchenAid dishwasher show an error code?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Why are my dishes still wet?
How do I find a technician who knows KitchenAid dishwashers?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your KitchenAid dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Knightdale technician bring the right parts.