If your Whirlpool 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 Whirlpool and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Whirlpool. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Whirlpool dishwashers and other brands.
Independent Whirlpool Dishwasher Technicians, Metairie LA
40 repair companies serve Metairie from within 30 miles. 10 of them are based in Metairie itself, and the rest are spread across New Orleans (6), Harahan (4), and Kenner (4). Distances run up to about 18 miles. No company within 90 miles of Metairie mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: The Appliance Technician, around 0.4 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 3.6 stars across 35 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 0.5, 1.5 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 51 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 23 |
At the top of the Metairie list: A-Pro Appliance Repair (3.3 miles away, 5.0 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Solar Refrigeration & Appliance Service Inc (1.9 miles away, 4.4 stars from 2,248 reviews); Broussard Appliance Service (1.9 miles away, 4.7 stars from 2,305 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (2.4 miles away, 4.6 stars from 222 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Dishwasher Lines and Features
How Whirlpool Dishwashers Are Built
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 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 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
- 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
Reading a Whirlpool Dishwasher Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| H2O | Dishwasher is not detecting water; confirm the supply is on and the hose is not kinked. Source: Whirlpool - Dishwasher Error Codes: Reading |
| F3E2 | Possible thermistor or optical water indicator (OWI) sensor problem. Source: Whirlpool - F3E2 Dishwasher |
| F7E2 | Wash motor error; reset power and seek service if the code returns. Source: Whirlpool - Dishwasher Error Codes: Reading |
Full list: Whirlpool Dishwasher Error Codes Explained.
When to Call for Whirlpool Dishwasher Repair
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- An error code on the display
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Care Whirlpool Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- Run an affresh dishwasher cleaner about once a month to cut down odor-causing residue. Source: Whirlpool - Dishwasher Smells Bad
- 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
Price the repair before replacing a Whirlpool dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 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?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. 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
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- How old the dishwasher is
Local Notes for Metairie
Jefferson Parish Department of Water (East Bank water system), which supplies Metairie, reports hardness of east Bank system total hardness reported at 75.7-190 ppm as CaCO3 (moderately hard to 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: Jefferson Parish 2025 Consumer Confidence Report
Louisiana does not issue a separate appliance repair license; installing, repairing, altering or removing natural gas piping and gas appliances attached to real property for the public is gas fitting work licensed by the State Plumbing Board of Louisiana. Source: La. R.S. 37:1361 (Louisiana State Legislature)
In Louisiana, you can check a license with the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors Verify License Search or report a problem to the Louisiana Attorney General, Public Protection Division, Consumer Protection Section.
Questions to Ask a Metairie Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Whirlpool Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Metairie, LA
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Why does my Whirlpool dishwasher show an error code?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Whirlpool dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Metairie technician bring the right parts.