If your Whirlpool dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The Burlingame list starts with companies that name Whirlpool, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Whirlpool, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Whirlpool Dishwasher Repair Near Burlingame
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Burlingame. 12 list an address in Burlingame, and the rest are spread across San Mateo (16), San Bruno (5), and South San Francisco (4). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. Applora Residential Appliance Repair & Care is the nearest, roughly 0.1 miles from Burlingame. None of the repair companies near Burlingame name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Burlingame. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.1, 0.2, 0.4 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
First up for Burlingame: Delta High End Appliance Repair (3.6 miles away, based in San Mateo, 4.9 stars from 162 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quality Appliance Repair San Francisco LLC (0.2 miles away, 4.9 stars from 469 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Commercial Home Products (2.2 miles away, based in San Mateo, 5.0 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Powerstream Appliance Repair (0.7 miles away, 4.9 stars from 157 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Dishwasher Lines and Features
How Whirlpool Dishwashers Are Built
A float switch tied to the drip tray senses leaked water, and water in the tray sets code F8E4 so the owner should check the water connections. Source: Whirlpool - Dishwasher Error Codes: Reading
Whirlpool uses a removable two-part filter, an upper assembly that twists out a quarter turn and a lower filter beneath it, and some models instead use self-cleaning filters that rely on water pressure. Source: Whirlpool - How to Clean the Dishwasher Filters
Common Whirlpool Dishwasher Problems
- Dishwasher not drying. Whirlpool says to check that rinse aid is filled and a heated dry option is selected, then angle dishes so water runs off and keep plastics on the top rack. Source: Whirlpool - Not Drying - Dishwasher
- Dishwasher not draining. Whirlpool says to clean the filters and sump, confirm the disposer knockout plug was removed, and check the drain hose for kinks and a proper high loop or clear air gap. Source: Whirlpool - Dishwasher Not Draining
What Whirlpool Dishwasher Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| F6E4 | Water float switch problem, often triggered by an unlevel dishwasher; level the unit and reset power. Source: Whirlpool - F6E4 Dishwasher |
| F8E5 | Fill valve may be stuck open and water may keep entering; shut off the water supply. Source: Whirlpool - F8E5 Dishwasher |
| F1E1 | Likely main control module problem; reset power and seek service if it returns. Source: Whirlpool - F1E1 Dishwasher |
Full list: Whirlpool Dishwasher Error Codes Explained.
Signs Your Whirlpool Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Keeping a Whirlpool Dishwasher Running
- Clean manual-clean filters about once a month, or every two weeks in busy households, rinsing them under running water with a soft brush and never a wire brush. Source: Whirlpool - How to Clean the Dishwasher Filters
- Run hot water at the nearest sink for at least 30 seconds before starting a cycle. Source: Whirlpool - Dishwasher Not Cleaning
Brand guides: Whirlpool Dishwasher Not Draining: What to Check.
What Whirlpool Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Whirlpool dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 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
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- How old the dishwasher is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
Dishwasher Notes for Burlingame, CA
Most dishwasher calls in Burlingame 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).
Questions to Ask a Burlingame Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Whirlpool Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Burlingame, CA
Why does my Whirlpool dishwasher show an error code?
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
Do you work for Whirlpool?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Burlingame
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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 Whirlpool repair.