Dishwasher repair costs $100 to $300 per repair in 2026
Dishwasher repair costs $100 to $300 in 2026. Fixr and HomeAdvisor both list a national average of $200. HomeAdvisor says a normal range is $160 to $300, but a big repair can reach $600. The problem, the part, and the shop labor rate set the bill. A small fix like a drain hose is cheap. A motor or control panel is not.
What price guides say
We checked 3 price guides and read every number on their pages on October 7, 2026. They do not all measure the same thing, so read each line for what it counts.
| Source | What it found |
|---|---|
| Fixr | Fixr lists a national average of $200, an average range of $100 to $300, and a full spread of $50 to $600. |
| HomeAdvisor | HomeAdvisor lists an average of about $200, a normal range of $160 to $300, and a full spread of $70 to $600. |
| SlashGear | SlashGear says a dishwasher repair can cost $75 to $600, with service calls at $65 to $125 and new units from $500 to $2,000. |
Dishwasher repair cost by problem and part
| Problem or part | Cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Average repair | $200 | Fixr |
| Normal range | $160 to $300 | HomeAdvisor |
| Drain hose | $50 to $100 | HomeAdvisor |
| Heating element | $150 to $250 | HomeAdvisor |
| Motor | $400 to $600 | HomeAdvisor |
| Will not start | $100 to $600 | Fixr |
| Broken door | $150 to $600 | Fixr |
| Worn gasket | $75 to $150 | SlashGear |
Every number in this table was read on one of the source pages listed at the bottom of this page.
What pushes the price up
| What | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Type of problem | HomeAdvisor lists a leaking door at $50 to $300 and a broken door at $150 to $600. Easy fixes cost less than jobs that need big parts. |
| Part that failed | HomeAdvisor lists a drain hose at $50 to $100 and a heating element at $150 to $250. A motor is $400 to $600. |
| Labor rate | HomeAdvisor says repair pros charge $75 to $100 per hour. Longer jobs cost more, and the shop may add a diagnostic fee of $35 to $100. |
| Service call fee | SlashGear lists a service call at $65 to $125 up front. Ask if the shop takes this fee off the bill when you approve the repair. |
| Age of the unit | SlashGear says a new dishwasher costs $500 to $2,000. If a repair costs near the price of a new one, buying new may be better. |
What the price includes
A repair bill normally covers the visit, finding the problem, the labor, and the new part. HomeAdvisor lists a diagnostic fee of $35 to $100. Parts that are hard to find can cost more and may take days to arrive. A new dishwasher, new water lines, or kitchen work are not part of a normal repair price. It does not include tax or extras the provider adds on the day.
DIY or hire a pro
Some dishwasher jobs are fine for a handy person, such as cleaning the filter, clearing a clogged drain hose, or swapping a worn gasket. Turn off the power at the breaker and the water at the valve first. Hire a pro for a motor, a control panel, or anything with wiring. HomeAdvisor lists a motor at $400 to $600 and a control panel at $200 to $600. A wrong repair can cause a leak or a short. If you do not feel sure, pay the diagnostic fee and let a pro decide.
How to tell you need it
Common signs are water left in the bottom after a cycle, dishes that come out dirty, a door that leaks or will not latch, a bad smell, or a unit that will not start. Run an empty cycle with a clean filter first. If the problem stays, call a pro. Fixr lists these problems at $50 to $600, depending on the cause.
How to judge your quote
- Does the quote list the part, the labor, and the diagnostic fee?
- Is the visit fee taken off if you approve the repair?
- How long is the warranty on the part and the work?
- What does a new dishwasher cost, and is the repair well under half of that?
- Compare the total with the range above: $100 to $300 per repair for most people in 2026.
Ways to pay less
- Ask about the diagnostic fee up front, and ask if it comes off the repair price. HomeAdvisor lists these fees at $35 to $100.
- Clean the filter and spray arms first. A clogged filter causes many cleaning problems, and the fix costs nothing but a few minutes.
- Get two quotes for any repair over $300. Fixr lists an average range of $100 to $300, so a higher quote needs a clear reason.
- Do small jobs yourself when it is safe. SlashGear lists a worn gasket at $75 to $150 with a pro, so a DIY gasket saves the labor.
- Compare the repair to a new unit. SlashGear says a new dishwasher can start near $500, so a $600 repair on an old one is rarely worth it.
Why this costs more in 2026
Trade labor now runs about $75 to $150 an hour in most of the US. Lumber, steel, copper, PVC and concrete all cost more than in 2024, and freight went up after the oil shock that began with the Iran war in February 2026. Motors and control panels are the priciest dishwasher parts, at up to $600 in HomeAdvisor's list, so one failed part can send a 2026 repair bill well past the $200 average.
How we got these numbers
The range on this page comes from Fixr, HomeAdvisor and SlashGear. We opened each source page and read every number on it on October 7, 2026. Where the sources disagree, the table above shows each one so you can see the spread. These are planning ranges, not quotes. The written price you are given is the real price.
Common questions
How much does dishwasher repair cost in 2026?
Fixr and HomeAdvisor both list an average of $200. Fixr lists an average range of $100 to $300.
Is it worth fixing an old dishwasher?
SlashGear says a new dishwasher costs from about $500 to $2,000. If your repair bill is near the low end of that, replacing may be the better deal.
What is the most costly part to fix?
HomeAdvisor lists a motor at $400 to $600 and a control panel at $200 to $600. These are the biggest part costs.
How much do repair pros charge per hour?
HomeAdvisor lists labor at $75 to $100 per hour. It also lists diagnostic fees of $35 to $100.
Why can a repair cost more than $200?
The top of the range is $600 at both Fixr and HomeAdvisor. A broken door, a failed motor, or a unit that will not start can push the bill up.