A KitchenAid dishwasher shares most of its basic parts with other dishwashers, but its filter design, drying system, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. 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.
Independent KitchenAid Dishwasher Technicians, Columbus OH
40 repair companies serve Columbus from within 30 miles. 32 list an address in Columbus, and other nearby bases include Upper Arlington (2), Bexley (1), and Whitehall (1). The farthest listed company is about 9 miles out. No company within 30 miles of Columbus names KitchenAid in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Nearest on the list: Appliance Lab, around 0.6 miles out. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 1.0, 1.0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 58 |
| Mention KitchenAid | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
The leading options for Columbus are Sears Appliance Repair (61.9 miles away, based in Coshocton, 4.5 stars from 28 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Economic Appliance Service (7.1 miles away, 4.8 stars from 1,841 reviews); Dor-Mar Columbus Heating And Air (1.8 miles away, 4.8 stars from 592 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Blue Dragon Appliance Repair (7.4 miles away, 4.8 stars from 506 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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
KitchenAid Dishwasher Symptoms and First Checks
- 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 filling. Check the drain loop height and that the door is fully latched, then look at the inlet valve, the overfill float and the supply valve under the sink. Source: KitchenAid - Dishwasher Not Getting Water
KitchenAid Dishwasher Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| F6E1 | User interface or main control communication error: power cycle the unit and schedule service if it returns. Source: KitchenAid - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
| 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 |
KitchenAid Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Columbus
Keeping a KitchenAid Dishwasher Running
- Clean caked-on detergent out of the dispenser and keep detergent sealed so it does not clump. Source: KitchenAid - Dishwasher Troubleshooting Guide
- 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
Price the repair before replacing a KitchenAid dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- How old the dishwasher is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
Local Notes for Columbus
City of Columbus Department of Public Utilities, Division of Water, which supplies Columbus, reports hardness of about 120 ppm (roughly 7 grains per gallon); moderately hard. Hard water leaves spots and film on glasses and builds up on dishwasher spray arms and inlet screens, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: Water Hardness - City of Columbus, Ohio
Ohio has no state license for appliance repair; the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses commercial contractors in plumbing, hydronics, refrigeration, HVAC and electrical, and residential contractor work is generally overseen locally. Source: Ohio Department of Commerce: OCILB Contractor Complaint Form
In Ohio, you can check a license with the Ohio Department of Commerce OCILB Company Licensee Lookup or report a problem to the Ohio Attorney General, Consumer Protection Section.
Questions to Ask a Columbus Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
KitchenAid Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Columbus, OH
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your KitchenAid dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Columbus technician bring the right parts.