Tampa, FL » Dishwasher Repair
Dirty dishes, standing water, mystery leaks — a failing dishwasher disrupts the whole kitchen. Our certified Tampa technicians diagnose it fast and fix it right, with same or next-day service in most cases.
All major dishwasher brands
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Appliance Repair Specialists has fixed dishwashers in Tampa Bay kitchens since 1997. Every technician we send is factory-trained, NASTeC-certified, background checked and drug screened, and the company is a United Appliance Servicers Association member that is fully licensed and insured.
We service built-in, drawer and portable dishwashers from KitchenAid, Whirlpool, Samsung, GE, Frigidaire and other major brands. The problems we fix most are dishes that come out dirty because of clogged spray arms, a dirty filter or a failing circulation pump, water standing in the bottom of the tub, and leaks from a worn door gasket or a stuck float switch. We also repair soap dispensers that stay shut, dishes that come out wet, and panels that go dark in the middle of a cycle.
You will know the cost before we start. Your technician diagnoses the dishwasher first, then confirms the diagnosis and the price with you before any work begins, and our service charge is waived when you approve the repair. You can see how our repair pricing works before you book.
Our trucks are stocked with pumps, valves, dispensers and racks, so most dishwasher repairs are one-visit jobs, and our parts department orders anything else. To book, call (813) 288-1900 in Hillsborough and Pasco or (727) 822-2600 in Pinellas, text us at (813) 288-1900, or schedule online. Same or next-day appointments are available in most cases, and our appliance repair Tampa homeowners trust homepage covers every other appliance we service.
Troubleshooting Guide
These are the dishwasher complaints our Tampa customers call about most, and what is usually behind them. Our guides go deeper on a GE dishwasher that isn't draining, a soap dispenser that won't open and a dishwasher that won't dry dishes.
Poor wash performance is rarely the detergent's fault. We usually find:
Tech Tip: Clean the filter at the bottom of the tub monthly — most owners don't know it's removable.
Water pooling in the bottom after a cycle points to:
Tech Tip: If you recently had a garbage disposal installed, make sure its knockout plug was removed — it's a classic cause.
Even a small leak can ruin cabinets and flooring. Typical causes:
Tech Tip: Using regular dish soap instead of dishwasher detergent creates suds that force water past the door seal.
Detergent still in the cup after a full cycle usually means:
Tech Tip: Load tall items away from the door so they can't block the dispenser from flipping open.
Wet dishes at the end of a heated cycle typically trace to:
Tech Tip: Rinse aid does most of the drying work in modern dishwashers — keep it filled before suspecting a failure.
Dead panels and interrupted cycles usually come from:
Tech Tip: Note any blinking-light pattern or error code — it tells our technician a lot before we even arrive.
Dishwasher error codes are model- and platform-specific, so there is no safe universal code chart for every appliance. Record the complete display code and model number from the rating label; our technician matches it to the correct manufacturer tech sheet before ordering a part.
Brands We Service
Our technicians are factory-trained across the brands Tampa Bay homes rely on. Don't see yours? We service nearly every major make and model — just give us a call.
Admiral
Amana
Frigidaire
General Electric
Hotpoint
JennAir
Kenmore
KitchenAid
LG
Magic Chef
Maytag
Roper
Samsung
WhirlpoolAlongside the brands above, we repair GE, Hotpoint and Sears dishwashers, along with KitchenAid, Whirlpool and Frigidaire models. See the full list of brands we service »
Credentials You Can Verify
Every technician who arrives at your door is factory-trained, background checked, and drug screened. We're proud members of the United Appliance Servicers Association, NASTeC-certified, and BBB-listed — so you can feel confident inviting us into your home.
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Local, familiar faces — not a rotating cast of subcontractors.
Rated 4.7/5 by 405+ Customers
G“The scheduling system is great and efficient. I was notified when the technician was on his way. The technician Jason came out and fixed the problem quickly.”
G“My ice maker was broken. I called and got an appointment the next day. Jason came out and diagnosed the problem and explained everything to us.”
G“You will not be disappointed from start to finish with this company! They are what customer service is all about. What a breath of fresh air.”
Good to Know
Common dishwasher repairs in Tampa, such as a drain or circulation pump, door latch, water inlet valve, heating element or dispenser, typically cost $150 to $450. A control-board repair can cost more because of the price of the part. Your technician confirms the diagnosis and the price before any work begins, and our service charge is waived when you approve the repair.
The dishwasher calls we get most are dishes that come out dirty, water that won't drain, and leaks onto the floor. Dirty dishes usually trace to clogged spray arms or a filter, a failed circulation pump or a worn water inlet valve. Standing water points to a clogged drain pump or check valve or a blocked drain hose, and leaks most often come from a worn door gasket, a cracked hose connection or a stuck float switch. We test your model before recommending any repair.
Repair is usually the better choice when a dishwasher is under 10 years old and the repair costs less than half of replacement. A typical dishwasher lasts 10 to 12 years. A major motor, tub, or control-board repair on an older unit can tip the decision toward replacement. We will tell you when repair is not economical.
Yes. We have served Tampa Bay since 1997, and our technicians hold NASTeC certification, belong to UASA, and complete ongoing manufacturer and industry training for the platforms they service.
Yes. Our trucks carry the dishwasher parts that fail most often, including drain and circulation pumps, water inlet valves, door latches, dispensers and racks. Parts we don't carry are sourced through Marcone and typically arrive in 2 to 5 business days, and you can call our parts department at (813) 972-4242 with your model number.
Ready When You Are
Same or next-day appointments in most cases, across Hillsborough, Pasco & Pinellas.