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 Chelan, with those that mention KitchenAid first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Independent KitchenAid Dishwasher Technicians, Chelan WA
6 repair companies serve Chelan from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include East Wenatchee (2), Brewster (1), and Wenatchee (1). Distances run up to about 59 miles. The closest is Turin Appliances, about 22.3 miles away. 1 of them mentions KitchenAid in their listing or website. The 6 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. Chelan is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 22.3, 30.8, 31.4 |
| Mention KitchenAid | 1 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 3 |
The leading options for Chelan are Sears Appliance Repair (45.3 miles away, based in Omak, 4.4 stars from 36 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (60.3 miles away, based in Moses Lake, 3.9 stars from 98 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (32.1 miles away, based in East Wenatchee, 4.5 stars from 134 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wenatchee Appliance Service (30.8 miles away, based in Wenatchee, 4.4 stars from 118 reviews).
Know Your KitchenAid Dishwasher
What Makes KitchenAid Dishwasher Repairs Different
KitchenAid calls for the drain hose to loop at least 20 inches above the floor, or to run through an air gap if it connects lower, so dirty water cannot siphon back into the tub. Source: KitchenAid - Checking the Drain Loop Height
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 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
KitchenAid Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- An error code on the display
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 caked-on detergent out of the dispenser and keep detergent sealed so it does not clump. Source: KitchenAid - Dishwasher Troubleshooting Guide
KitchenAid Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
A KitchenAid dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Motor repair: $200–$500 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?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- 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
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
Local Notes for Chelan
Most dishwasher calls in Chelan 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.
Washington's Department of Labor & Industries issues an appliance repair (07D) specialty electrician certificate that covers like-for-like repair and replacement of self-contained appliances such as ovens on an unchanged circuit, but excludes branch-circuit wiring and plumbing work. Source: WAC 296-46B-920, Electrical/telecommunications license/certificate types and scope of work
In Washington, you can check a license with the L&I Verify a Contractor, Tradesperson or Business or report a problem to the Washington State Office of the Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Chelan
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
KitchenAid Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Chelan, WA
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Do you work for KitchenAid?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Is my KitchenAid dishwasher worth repairing?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Chelan
KitchenAid Dishwasher Repair Near Chelan
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your KitchenAid dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Chelan technician bring the right parts.