A Kenmore dishwasher shares most of its basic parts with other dishwashers, but its filter design, drying system, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. The Bethesda list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Kenmore dishwashers were made for Sears by several manufacturers over the years, so the model number matters more than the badge. Independent technicians can look up the parts from it.
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Bethesda
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Bethesda. 13 of them are based in Bethesda itself, and the rest are spread across Washington (6), Kensington (4), and Rockville (4). Distances run up to about 5 miles. No company within 90 miles of Bethesda mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is ABV Appliance Repair, about 0.9 miles away. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.0, 1.0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Bethesda list: ABV Appliance Repair (0.9 miles away, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); InterTech Appliance Repair (2.1 miles away, 4.9 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Easy Go Appliance Repair (5.2 miles away, based in Rockville, 4.9 stars from 107 reviews, lists Saturday hours); FUSE Service Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, based in North Bethesda, 4.9 stars from 363 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
Signs Your Kenmore Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Bethesda
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- Switch between cycles such as Pots & Pans and Normal instead of using one cycle every time, to limit hard-water buildup on spray arms and jets. Source: Kenmore Livemore - Quick Tips: 3 Ways to Care for Your Dishwasher
- Clean stainless exteriors with a damp sponge and a little dish soap, wiping with the grain and using stainless cleaner sparingly. Source: Kenmore Livemore - Quick Tips: 3 Ways to Care for Your Dishwasher
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
When an aging dishwasher no longer has manufacturer coverage and needs frequent or major repairs, start planning for a replacement. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Before the Technician Arrives
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
Around Bethesda
Most dishwasher calls in Bethesda come down to the same handful of parts: the filter and drain path, the drain pump, the inlet valve, the door latch and the heating parts.
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
In Maryland, you can check a license with the Maryland Department of Labor occupational license search (Board of Plumbing) or report a problem to the Maryland Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Bethesda
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Bethesda, MD
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Live outside Bethesda? The same Kenmore dishwasher repair technicians serve Friendship Heights Village and Chevy Chase. See each town's own dishwasher repair listings below.
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Bethesda technician bring the right parts.