Your dishwasher breaks at the worst possible time. Dinner dishes pile up, the sink overflows, and you’re stuck washing everything by hand while water pools on your kitchen floor.
We get it. That’s why we focus on same-day repairs that actually work. No drawn-out diagnostic visits or surprise charges that double your bill.
When we leave, your dishwasher runs like it should. Your dishes come out clean. The leak stops. And you get back to your routine without the stress of wondering if the fix will hold.
Fast Action Appliance has been serving Wakefield homeowners for over three decades. We know every street, every neighborhood, and exactly what appliance problems hit hardest in Massachusetts winters.
We aren’t the cheapest option in town, and that’s intentional. You’re not paying for quick patches or temporary fixes. You’re investing in repairs that last, parts that work, and technicians who show up when they say they will.
Every one of our technicians is background-checked, drug-screened, and trained on the brands you actually own. We’ve earned our reputation one satisfied customer at a time, and we plan to keep it that way.
First, you call and describe what’s happening. We’ll give you an honest assessment over the phone about whether it’s worth repairing or if you should start shopping for a replacement.
If we think we can fix it, we’ll schedule a same-day appointment. Our technician arrives with the most common parts already in the truck, so there’s a good chance we can complete your repair in one visit.
We diagnose the problem, explain what’s wrong in plain English, and give you an upfront price before touching anything. No hourly rates, no surprise charges, no “we’ll see what else we find” nonsense.
Once you approve the repair, we fix it right. We test everything twice, clean up our mess, and make sure you understand how to prevent the problem from happening again.
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We repair all major dishwasher brands and handle the problems that actually matter to Wakefield homeowners. Leaking dishwashers that damage your hardwood floors. Units that won’t drain, leaving standing water and food particles. Dishwashers that run but don’t clean, wasting water and your time.
The most common calls we get involve clogged filters, faulty door seals, broken pumps, and control board issues. These aren’t DIY fixes, despite what YouTube might tell you. One wrong move can turn a $200 repair into an $800 replacement.
Wakefield’s hard water creates unique challenges for dishwashers. Mineral buildup clogs spray arms, damages heating elements, and shortens appliance life. We stock the right parts and know the right techniques to handle these local conditions. Your dishwasher will run better and last longer with proper repair and maintenance.
Most dishwasher repairs in our area run between $175 and $325, depending on what’s broken and which parts we need. We charge by the job, not by the hour, so you’ll know the exact cost before we start working.
Simple fixes like cleaning clogged spray arms or replacing door seals are on the lower end. More complex repairs involving pumps, control boards, or heating elements cost more but are still usually worth doing if your dishwasher is less than eight years old.
We’ll always tell you upfront if a repair doesn’t make financial sense. Sometimes a $400 repair on a 12-year-old dishwasher isn’t the smart move, and we’ll be honest about that.
Yes, in most cases. We stock the most common dishwasher parts in our service trucks, so about 80% of repairs get completed on the first visit.
The exceptions are usually older models that need special-order parts, or complex issues that require manufacturer-specific components. Even then, we can often get parts within 24-48 hours and return to finish the job.
We’ll let you know during the phone call if your repair is likely to be a same-day fix or if we’ll need to order parts. No surprises, no wasted trips.
Dishwasher leaks usually come from one of four places: the door seal, the water supply connection, the drain hose, or the tub itself. The location of the water tells us where to look first.
If water appears near the front of the dishwasher, it’s usually the door seal or a clogged filter causing overflow. Water under the middle or back typically means a loose connection or damaged hose.
Don’t ignore dishwasher leaks, even small ones. Water damage to your kitchen floor, cabinets, or subfloor can cost thousands to repair. A $200 seal replacement beats a $5,000 floor renovation every time.
First, check if your garbage disposal is clogged, since many dishwashers drain through the disposal. Run the disposal for 30 seconds with cold water to clear any blockage.
Next, remove the bottom dish rack and look for standing water or visible debris in the filter area. You can try removing and rinsing the filter, but don’t force anything that seems stuck.
If these steps don’t solve the problem, you likely have a clogged drain hose, failed pump, or blocked air gap. These require professional repair and the right tools to fix safely without damaging other components.
The general rule is simple: if the repair costs less than half the price of a comparable new dishwasher, and your current unit is less than seven years old, repair usually makes sense.
For example, if a new dishwasher similar to yours costs $600, repairs up to $300 are typically worthwhile. Factor in your dishwasher’s age, how well it’s been maintained, and whether you’ve had other recent repairs.
We’ll give you honest advice about whether a repair makes financial sense. Sometimes the smart move is replacement, and we’ll tell you that even if it means less business for us. Your long-term satisfaction matters more than one repair job.
Yes, we repair all major dishwasher brands including Whirlpool, GE, KitchenAid, Bosch, Samsung, LG, Frigidaire, and Maytag. We also service high-end brands like Miele and Viking.
Each brand has its quirks and common failure points. Our technicians stay current on technical bulletins, recall notices, and updated repair procedures for all the brands we service.
We stock parts for the most popular models and can usually source specialty parts within 24-48 hours. If you have an unusual or discontinued model, we’ll research parts availability before scheduling service so you’re not stuck with a partial repair.
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