Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs in Takoma Park involve the same few systems: the filter and drain, the water supply, the door latch, the heat and the controls. The Takoma Park list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore dishwashers and other brands.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Takoma Park work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Dishwasher Technicians, Takoma Park MD
40 repair companies serve Takoma Park from within 30 miles. 3 list an address in Takoma Park, and other nearby bases include Washington (14), Silver Spring (7), and Hyattsville (3). None of the repair companies near Takoma Park name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The closest is Takoma Park Local Appliance Repair Service, about 0.1 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 32 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.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.1, 0.6, 0.7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
Closest matches for Takoma Park: Bettar Appliance Master (4.9 miles away, based in Kensington, 4.4 stars from 140 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (1.3 miles away, based in Hyattsville, 4.4 stars from 398 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Prime Takoma Park Appliance Repair (0.6 miles away, 5.0 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Prime Hyattsville Appliance Repair (1.2 miles away, based in Hyattsville, 5.0 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Takoma Park
Owner Care for Kenmore Dishwashers
- 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
Budgeting for a Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 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?
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
Dishwasher Notes for Takoma Park, MD
Most dishwasher calls in Takoma Park 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.
Questions to Ask a Takoma Park Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- 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: Takoma Park, MD
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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.