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. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Independent listings only: Dishwasher Repairs is not affiliated with or endorsed by Kenmore. If your dishwasher is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Kenmore directly.
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.
Independent Kenmore Dishwasher Technicians, Oxon Hill MD
Within 30 miles of Oxon Hill there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Alexandria (13), Arlington (9), and Washington (5). No company within 90 miles of Oxon Hill mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Butler's Appliances, about 1.8 miles away. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 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.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.8, 2.8, 3.4 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 24 |
The leading options for Oxon Hill are Appliance Care (6.1 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SK Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Service Appliance Repair (8.3 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 181 reviews, lists Saturday hours); District Appliance Services LLC (7.9 miles away, based in Arlington, 4.9 stars from 133 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- An error code on the display
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Oxon Hill
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- 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
- 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
Budgeting for a Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- How old the dishwasher is
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
Local Notes for Oxon Hill
Most dishwasher calls in Oxon Hill 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 Oxon Hill
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Oxon Hill, MD
Why does my Kenmore dishwasher show an error code?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore dishwashers?
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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.