Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs in Rockville involve the same few systems: the filter and drain, the water supply, the door latch, the heat and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Rockville, 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.
Who Works on Kenmore Dishwashers Near Rockville
Within 30 miles of Rockville there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 12 list an address in Rockville, and the rest are spread across Gaithersburg (12), Bethesda (6), and Kensington (4). Distances run up to about 7 miles. Nearest on the list: Rockville Emergency Appliance Repair, around 0.3 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Rockville mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Rockville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.4, 0.5 |
The leading options for Rockville are Trusted Home Experts (0.5 miles away, 4.9 stars from 289 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Eddie's Appliance Repair (5.6 miles away, based in Gaithersburg, 4.8 stars from 308 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Easy Go Appliance Repair (2.0 miles away, 4.9 stars from 107 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Landers Appliance (2.5 miles away, 4.9 stars from 197 reviews).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
Signs Your Kenmore Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
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:
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$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?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- How old the dishwasher is
Around Rockville
Most dishwasher calls in Rockville 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 Rockville
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Rockville, MD
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore dishwasher?
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
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Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Kenmore dishwasher's label, usually on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.