Dishwasher Repair in Mar Vista

Plenty of Mar Vista's houses were built in the postwar years, and most kitchens have been updated at least once since, often with a dishwasher fitted into a cabinet run that was never planned for one. West Appliance Service handles dishwasher repair across Mar Vista, from standing water and leaks to dishes that come out gritty, cloudy, or still wet at the end of a cycle.

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Google rating: 4.8★ · 192 reviews
Service call: $95, credited to repair
Warranty: 90 days to 1 year
Open: 24/7, same-day visits

Newer machines in older kitchens

Most dishwashers here sit under the counter next to the sink. They share a drain line with a garbage disposal and draw hot water through plumbing that may be decades old. In remodeled kitchens, the drain hose is sometimes routed without a proper high loop or air gap, which lets dirty water drift back into the tub. Los Angeles tap water is on the hard side, so mineral scale builds on spray arms, filters, and heating elements over time. Being a few miles from the ocean also means damp, salty air that can slowly corrode door hinges, springs, and the electrical connections underneath the unit.

What usually goes wrong, and how you can tell

Standing water after a cycle most often points to a clogged filter, a blocked disposal connection, or a failing drain pump. Listen for humming with no draining sound. Leaks at the door tend to come from a worn gasket or a door that no longer seals. Water underneath usually means a loose hose clamp, a cracked inlet valve, or a worn pump seal. Gritty or cloudy dishes suggest clogged spray arms or hard water scale. Poor drying often traces to a heating element or a rinse aid problem. A machine that won't start, quits mid-cycle, or shows an error code may have a door latch, sensor, or control board fault.

Simple checks and habits that help

Before calling, pull out and rinse the filter at the bottom of the tub. Run the disposal for a few seconds, since a clogged disposal often keeps the dishwasher from draining. Make sure the breaker or wall switch hasn't tripped and that the door latches firmly. Write down any error code so we can bring the likely parts. To prevent repeat trouble, clean the filter monthly, use rinse aid to fight hard water spots, and run a descaling cleaner every few months. Wipe the door gasket now and then, and check under the sink for drips. If the problem keeps coming back, a $95 diagnostic visit will pinpoint the cause.

From our service calls

Dishwasher removed from the cabinet for service

Problems we fix in Mar Vista

standing water after a cycle
leaking from the door or underneath
dishes still dirty or gritty
not drying
won't start or stops mid-cycle
error codes

How a visit works

1
Call or book online
We answer 24/7. Same-day visits when the schedule allows.
2
Diagnosis at your home
The $95 service call is credited toward the repair.
3
A quote before work starts
You see the price and decide. No surprise charges.
4
Repair with a warranty
90 days on standard repairs, 1 year on major work.

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★★★★★

Alex did a great job accessing and repairing my dishwasher. He is so kind and professional. I will definitely use this company again.

Ann G., dishwasher repair (Google)

★★★★★

Our freezer stopped working recently. When I called West Appliance Service they came to my home to assess the problem within 1 hour of calling. They were able to come back the next day to complete the repairs once they knew what parts they needed. The service was quick, smooth, and well done. We had a great experience working with Ivan and highly recommend anyone to use their services. We will definitely be a repeat customer if our appliances need repair.

Katie S., refrigerator/freezer repair (Google)