Repair your dishwasher when the unit is under 8 years old and the issue is a single component — pump, valve, gasket, control board. Replace it when the dishwasher is 10+ years old, when major repairs would exceed half the cost of a new unit, or when you’ve had multiple service calls within a year.

Repair vs. replace checklist

  • Under 8 years old, single failure — repair
  • 10+ years old, major failure — replace
  • Repair cost > 50% of new unit price — replace
  • Two or more repair calls in 12 months — replace
  • Visible rust, racks corroding, or leaks at the tub — replace

We handle both — full dishwasher installation with new supply, drain, and electrical connections, plus diagnostic and repair on existing units through our kitchen plumbing service.