PRICE GUIDE · HOME REPAIRS & HANDYMAN · 2026–2027
Dishwasher Repair cost in the UK
£60–£250 per repair. Typically £150.
Dishwasher repairs in the UK run £60–£250, typically around £150. A blocked filter or drain hose is the cheap end; a new pump, heating element or control board costs most. Integrated machines, a London engineer and the diagnostic fee all push the bill up.
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HOW MUCH IT COSTS
How much does dishwasher repair cost in the UK?
| Low end | £60 | a blocked filter or drain on a freestanding machine |
|---|---|---|
| Typical | £150 | what most people pay |
| High end | £250 | a control board or pump on an integrated machine in London |
Locufy guide prices for 2026–2027. Updated 2026. A national range, not a quote — enter your town above for real prices from the handymen and repair firms near you.
What moves the price
- What has failed — a blocked drain or filter is a quick dishwasher repair, a pump or board is not
- The part — a spray arm or door seal is cheap, while a control board can cost more than the labour
- Integrated or freestanding — a dishwasher built in behind a kitchen door panel takes longer to pull out
- Hard water — limescale in much of southern and eastern England wears heaters and valves out sooner
- Diagnosis charge — engineers often charge a call-out that is waived if you go ahead with the repair
- Where you are — a dishwasher engineer in London charges more than one in the Midlands or the North
Home repair prices in the UK are up 6% over five years (ONS Consumer Price Inflation, Services for maintenance and repair, to 2026 August). Five years ago a typical dishwasher repair would have cost about £105 — an estimate from today's guide price and that index, not a recorded price. Source: ONS MM23 D7DO →
WHAT YOU GET
What a dishwasher repair booking includes
Takes: One to two hours for most faults, plus a second trip when a part is not in stock. Not included: A replacement dishwasher, plumbing in a new one and changes to the kitchen units are separate jobs — see the related guides below.
WHAT PEOPLE BOOK
Common dishwasher repair jobs
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How to pay less
- Clean the dishwasher filter and spray arms yourself first, as blockages cause many call-outs
- Use dishwasher salt and rinse aid in hard-water areas to slow limescale damage to the heater
- Weigh a new control board against a replacement dishwasher if the machine is old, as the part can cost more than the labour
Before you book
- Find the model number inside the dishwasher door so the engineer can check parts in advance
- Clear the cupboard under the sink so the dishwasher hoses and valve can be reached
- Check whether a recent dishwasher is still under guarantee before paying for a repair
- Bail out standing water and leave the dishwasher switched off at the wall until the visit
Dishwasher Repair cost: questions people ask
£60–£250, with about £150 typical. Clearing a blockage is cheapest; a new pump or control board in London costs the most.
Most dishwasher faults are fixed in one or two hours. A board or pump that is not in the van means a second visit.
If it develops a fault early, the Consumer Rights Act gives you the right to a repair, replacement or refund from the retailer, so contact them before booking a paid repair.
Usually only for a cheap fault. If it is seven or eight years old and needs a major part, a new machine is often the better buy.
Supplying a new dishwasher, plumbing it in and altering the kitchen units around it are separate costs.
They are Locufy guide prices for the UK, set from published UK dishwasher repair price guides — a national range, not a quote.
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