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| Symptom | Typical Repair Cost | Replacement Cost | Our Recommendation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Won't drain — water pooling at bottom | $75–$150 | $500–$1,200 | ✓ Repair — usually a clogged drain pump (~$40 part) |
| Dishes coming out dirty or with residue | $0–$80 | $500–$1,200 | ✓ Repair — clean spray arms first, then inspect pump |
| Won't start — no response at all | $85–$200 | $500–$1,200 | ≈ Depends — door latch is cheap; control board is $200+ |
| Leaking from door seal | $50–$120 | $500–$1,200 | ✓ Repair — door gasket replacement is a $30 part |
| Loud grinding or rattling during wash | $90–$180 | $500–$1,200 | ≈ Depends — if wash arm bearing, repair. If pump motor, compare age |
| Rust inside tub or on rack tines | $60–$100 | $500–$1,200 | ≈ Replace if over 8 years old — rust spreads to components |
Marcus Delgado
Appliance Technician · 19 yrs
Dishwashers & Garbage Disposals
“Most dishwasher calls I get are drain issues — 80% of the time it's the pump filter or a clogged drain hose. Parts run $15–$40 and the job takes under an hour. The only time I tell people to replace is when the tub itself is cracked or the unit is over 10 years old and the control board fails — that part alone costs more than the machine is worth.”
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Dishwashers
19 yrs exp.
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