If your Kenmore dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Germantown, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore dishwashers and other brands.
Kenmore appliances were sold through Sears for decades, so many owners look for Sears dishwasher repair. The companies here are independent technicians who work on Kenmore and Kenmore Elite dishwashers; they are not Sears.
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Germantown
Within 30 miles of Germantown there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 5 of them are based in Germantown itself, and other nearby bases include Gaithersburg (14), Rockville (10), and Boyds (4). 1st Germantown Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Germantown. No company within 90 miles of Germantown mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 34 businesses.
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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 0.5, 1.9 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 47 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
First up for Germantown: Dars Appliance Repair (2.8 miles away, based in Gaithersburg, 4.7 stars from 1,217 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Eddie's Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Gaithersburg, 4.8 stars from 308 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Trusted Home Experts (8.5 miles away, based in Rockville, 4.9 stars from 289 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Landers Appliance (6.1 miles away, based in Rockville, 4.9 stars from 197 reviews).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Keeping a Kenmore Dishwasher Running
- 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
- Once a month, run a normal cycle in the empty dishwasher with a bowl of about half a cup of white vinegar on the upper rack. 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:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Dishwasher Call
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- How old the dishwasher is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
What Germantown Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Germantown 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.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Germantown
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Germantown, MD
Why does my Kenmore dishwasher show an error code?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore dishwasher?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Related Repair Pages for Germantown
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Germantown
Nearby Towns Served From Germantown
Kenmore dishwasher repair for Poolesville is handled by the same companies listed for Germantown. Each town also has its own dishwasher repair page with the nearest companies:
Clean the filter, check the drain hose under the sink and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Kenmore repair.