Dishwasher repair cost in 2026: prices by problem
Drain pump to control board — what each dishwasher repair costs and when a new one is the smarter buy.
Most dishwasher repairs cost $150 to $350 in 2026 including the visit. Clearing a blocked sump, replacing a drain pump, an inlet valve or a door latch are the routine jobs; heating elements and circulation pumps are mid-range; a control board is the top at $200–$450. On a dishwasher over 9 years old, a board plus a pump usually means replace.
How these numbers are built: typical 2026 US ranges for parts plus labor, compiled from published industry cost surveys and repair-company price lists, cross-checked against the repair quotes callers report to us. They are planning ranges, not quotes — the company you are connected with prices the job after diagnosis. Full method on the how we estimate costs page.
Dishwasher repair prices by part (2026)
| Repair | Typical cost | Symptom it fixes |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic / service call | $50 – $100 | Often credited to the repair |
| Filter / sump / impeller clearing | $80 – $180 | Not draining, gritty dishes |
| Door gasket / latch | $100 – $250 | Leak at door, will not start |
| Water inlet valve | $120 – $280 | Not filling |
| Float switch / leak sensor | $100 – $220 | Locked with E15 / leak code |
| Drain pump | $150 – $300 | Water in bottom |
| Heating element | $150 – $300 | Not drying, not sanitizing |
| Spray arm / diverter | $100 – $250 | Dishes dirty |
| Circulation pump / motor | $200 – $400 | Loud, not cleaning |
| Control board / keypad | $200 – $450 | Dead, codes |
What moves the price up or down
Integrated and panel-ready models (Bosch, Miele, KitchenAid built-ins) add labor for removal. Bosch parts are widely available and mid-priced; Miele parts cost more.
When replacement beats repair
Use the half-price rule: if the repair quote is more than half the cost of a comparable new unit — or the appliance is at the end of its typical lifespan — replacement usually wins. Below that line, repair is the better value almost every time. Run your case through the repair-or-replace calculator.
Common questions
Is a dishwasher worth repairing?
For a single part on a unit under 9 years old, yes. For a control board plus pump on an older unit, compare the quote to a new mid-range dishwasher.
How much is a dishwasher drain pump?
Typically $150–$300 installed in 2026.
Bosch E24 repair cost?
Usually $80–$180 if it is a blockage, $150–$300 if the pump has failed.
Published 2026-09-22 · Updated 2026-09-22