🍽️
Dishwasher Repair · Middle TN + LA
Dishwasher RepairHonest, Technician-Led Repair
Most dishwasher failures come down to a handful of affordable, available parts — a drain pump, door latch, water inlet valve, spray arm, or heating element. We diagnose the real cause first so you never replace the wrong part or scrap a dishwasher that's worth fixing.
Dishwasher not draining or not cleaning? Nine times out of ten it's a clogged or failed drain pump, a worn wash pump, a blocked spray arm, or a water inlet valve that isn't filling properly. Send a quick video and your model number through Ant and a real technician will tell you exactly which one it is — usually within a couple of hours.
Diagnose Your Problem
Dishwasher Symptoms
Pick the symptom that matches what your dishwasher is doing. Each page walks through the most common causes, honest pricing, and the 4-option Technician Decision Report.
Common Causes
What Usually Goes Wrong
Drain pump or drain path
A failed drain pump, a clogged hose, a stuck check valve, or debris and broken glass in the sump leave standing water at the bottom. The most common dishwasher complaint we see.
Wash pump & spray arms
If dishes come out gritty, the wash pump may be worn or the spray arms clogged with hard-water scale and food. Common in Middle TN and Louisiana's harder water.
Water inlet valve
A failing inlet valve under-fills the tub, so there's never enough water to clean — or it sticks open and overfills and leaks.
Door latch & switch
If the cycle won't start, the door latch or its switch often isn't telling the control the door is shut. An inexpensive, high-frequency fix.
Heating element & control board
No-heat washes and won't-dry complaints trace to the heating element or thermostat; dead panels and stuck cycles point to the control board.
By Brand
Dishwashers We Repair
We work on every major brand. Brand-specific pages cover the common failure patterns and parts availability for each platform.
How the TDR Works
The 4-Option Decision Report
Every dishwasher repair starts with a real technician reviewing your model and symptoms. You get a Technician Decision Report with four options and real pricing — pick what works for you.
Option 1
OEM Part Only
We source the exact OEM part and ship directly to you. You install. Best for confident DIYers who want guaranteed-fit parts.
Option 2
Amazon Equivalent Part Only
We source a verified compatible part at a lower price and ship directly. You install. Cost-effective when fit is straightforward.
Option 3
OEM Part + Labor
We source the OEM part, ship it, and our technician installs it. Best when fit is critical or labor access is complex.
Option 4
Equivalent Part + Labor
We source an equivalent part, ship it, and install it. Balances cost and convenience.
Important if you choose labor: do not start the job yourself. Once an appliance has been opened or partially worked on, our technician may need to charge additional labor — or may decline to take over the repair.
Pricing
Real Numbers, No Mystery
Quick Check (chat + tech review)$50
In-Home Diagnostic$100
Drain pump / inlet valve / latch$150-$280
Wash pump / heating element$200-$350
Control board$250-$400
Most dishwasher repairs$150-$350
Your diagnostic fee is never wasted. Every dollar you spend on the Quick Check ($50) or in-home diagnostic ($100) goes directly toward your repair labor if you decide to move forward. You're not paying for a diagnosis AND a repair — you're paying for a diagnosis that becomes a credit toward your repair. No double paying, ever.
Is It Worth Fixing?
Our Philosophy on Repair vs. Replace
For dishwashers, the math usually favors repair. Pumps, valves, latches, and spray arms are affordable and readily available, and the labor is straightforward on most platforms. The harder call is a failed control board on a newer unit, or a tub that's cracked or rusted through. The replacement calculator gives you a quick framing, and our technicians give you the real numbers on your specific machine — every situation is different.
FAQ
People Also Ask
How much does dishwasher repair cost?
Most dishwasher repairs land in the $150–$350 range. Common fixes like a drain pump, door latch, or water inlet valve are on the lower end; control boards and motors run higher. Your $50 Quick Check or $100 in-home diagnostic credits directly toward the repair.
Why is my dishwasher not draining?
The most common causes are a clogged or failed drain pump, a blocked drain hose or air gap, or a stuck check valve. Food debris and broken glass in the sump are frequent culprits. A technician confirms the exact cause before any part is ordered.
Why isn't my dishwasher cleaning the dishes?
Usually a clogged spray arm, a worn wash pump, a failed water inlet valve restricting fill, or a heating element that isn't bringing the water up to temperature. We diagnose which one it is rather than guessing.
Is it worth repairing a dishwasher?
Often yes — pumps, valves, latches, and spray arms are affordable, available parts. The harder call is a failed control board on a newer unit. Our technicians give you honest repair-vs-replace numbers for your specific model.
What dishwasher brands do you repair?
All major brands — Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Bosch, GE, Samsung, LG, Maytag, Frigidaire, Kenmore, Amana, and more.
Where We Service
Middle TN + Louisiana
Get Started
Chat with Ant — Get a Real Answer Today
Chat with Ant — tell us what's wrong, share a quick video and your model number photo, and a real technician will build your Technician Decision Report. No hold music, no guessing, no commitment until you see your options.