If your Whirlpool dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The Davis 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 Davis
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Davis. 4 of them are based in Davis itself, and the rest are spread across Sacramento (23), West Sacramento (6), and Woodland (4). Distances run up to about 15 miles. The closest is Davis Appliance Repair, about 0.6 miles away. None of the repair companies near Davis name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 32 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Davis. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Listing Saturday hours | 36 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 0.7, 1.1 |
At the top of the Davis list: Top Town Appliance Repair Service (10.5 miles away, based in West Sacramento, 4.9 stars from 114 reviews, lists Saturday hours); King KitchenAid Appliance repair Sacramento (10.9 miles away, based in West Sacramento, 4.8 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Southside Appliance Repair & Sales (14.6 miles away, based in Sacramento, 4.4 stars from 71 reviews); Zajic Appliance Service and Sales (13.9 miles away, based in Sacramento, 4.5 stars from 288 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Dishwasher Lines and Features
How Whirlpool Dishwashers Are Built
Drying relies on a heating element at the base of the tub, and a blinking Sanitize light during a test cycle points to a heating fault. Source: Whirlpool - Not Drying - Dishwasher
An air gap is required where local code mandates one or when the drain connects lower than 20 inches above the floor; otherwise the drain hose is run in a high loop under the counter. Source: Whirlpool - What Is a Dishwasher Air Gap
Whirlpool Dishwasher Symptoms and First Checks
- Dishwasher not starting. Whirlpool says to check power and the breaker, make sure the door is latched, and turn off the control lock or any delay start. Source: Whirlpool - Dishwasher Not Starting or Not Operating
- Dishwasher odor. Whirlpool says to remove and rinse the filter in warm soapy water, then run an empty cycle with a bowl of white vinegar. Source: Whirlpool - Dishwasher Smells Bad
Whirlpool Dishwasher Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| F2E1 | Possible stuck key or console (user interface) error. Source: Whirlpool - F2E1 Dishwasher |
| F9E1 | Long drain time, meaning the dishwasher is not draining; clean the filter and check the drain hose, disposer and air gap. Source: Whirlpool - Dishwasher Error Codes: Reading |
| F8E5 | Fill valve may be stuck open and water may keep entering; shut off the water supply. Source: Whirlpool - F8E5 Dishwasher |
Full list: Whirlpool Dishwasher Error Codes Explained.
When to Call for Whirlpool Dishwasher Repair
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the 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
- Make sure the spray arms turn freely and are not blocked by dishes. Source: Whirlpool - Dishwasher Not Cleaning
Brand guides: Whirlpool Dishwasher Not Draining: What to Check.
Whirlpool Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Most Whirlpool dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 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?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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?
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 Whirlpool Dishwasher Call
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- How old the dishwasher is
Around Davis
Most dishwasher calls in Davis 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).
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Davis
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Whirlpool Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Davis, CA
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Should I repair or replace my Whirlpool dishwasher?
Why does my Whirlpool dishwasher show an error code?
More Dishwasher Repair in Davis, CA
Whirlpool Dishwasher Repair Near Davis
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Whirlpool dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Davis technician bring the right parts.