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 Albemarle list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
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.
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Albemarle
Our data shows 31 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Albemarle. 1 of them are based in Albemarle itself, and other nearby bases include Concord (10), Salisbury (8), and Mt Gilead (2). Distances run up to about 29 miles. Nearest on the list: Albemarle Appliance Repair., around 1.3 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Albemarle 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 4.5 stars across 20 businesses.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.3, 10.2, 14.3 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 31 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 17 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
First up for Albemarle: Sears Appliance Repair (23.9 miles away, based in Concord, 4.3 stars from 508 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Midway Appliance Service Inc. (25.5 miles away, based in Lexington, 4.7 stars from 85 reviews); A1 Appliance Repair, LLC (22.9 miles away, based in Concord, 4.9 stars from 90 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Albemarle Appliance Repair. (1.3 miles away, 1.6 stars from 14 reviews).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
What Gets Fixed on a Albemarle Dishwasher Call
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
Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- How old the dishwasher is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
Around Albemarle
Most dishwasher calls in Albemarle 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.
North Carolina has no license specific to appliance repair; work on gas appliances, fuel piping and heating equipment is regulated by the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors, with an exemption for minor repairs that don't change fuel type, venting or piping. Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. ยง 87-21 (NC General Assembly)
In North Carolina, you can check a license with the NC Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Board public license search or report a problem to the North Carolina Department of Justice, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Albemarle Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Albemarle, NC
Is this Kenmore customer service?
Is my Kenmore dishwasher worth repairing?
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.