How Much Should Dishwasher Repair Cost?

Dishwashers make for fast clean up.

Do it Yourself to Save Money

Replacing a seal can cost around $50.

Reduce the cost of repairing a dishwasher by fixing it yourself. Minor repairs can be relatively easy to fix. If your dishwasher is leaking, it may only need a new seal. BottomLineSecrets.com states it is "often worth repairing a broken dishwasher if it is a mid-range to high-end model that is less than 10 years old."

Be Sure to Fix it Fast

A broken dishwasher means cleaning dishes in the sink.

If dishwasher damage is not fixed fast, it can cause irreparable harm. Dishwashers are sensitive appliances and leaks can quickly ruin a motor. A dishwasher that is not quickly fixed can end up costing a bundle. "If the pump and the motor must be replaced," warns BottomLineSecrets.com, "it may be time for a new dishwasher."

Bottom Line

Too much detergent can cause dishwashers to clog with soap.

As of March 2009, the average cost to repair a dishwasher is "$100 or more," according to MLive.com. BottomLineSecrets.com warns it should cost no more than $300. If you repair a dishwasher yourself, it can be cheaper than hiring a handyman. If dishwasher repairs cost more than $300, it may be time for a new appliance.

References

• Bottom Line Secrets: When It Pays to Fix an Appliance
• M Live: Repair or Replace?