Kenmore owners in Burlington usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. 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.
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Burlington
Our data shows 33 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Burlington. 5 of them are based in Burlington itself, and the rest are spread across Greensboro (15), High Point (3), and Gibsonville (2). Distances run up to about 30 miles. No company within 90 miles of Burlington mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is SMART CARE, about 0.9 miles away. Across 27 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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 20 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 33 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.0, 2.5 |
The leading options for Burlington are Called To Repair (11.3 miles away, based in Mebane, 4.9 stars from 264 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Convenient Appliance Service (21.8 miles away, based in Greensboro, 4.9 stars from 1,961 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, 4.4 stars from 186 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Martin Appliance Repair (9.9 miles away, based in Gibsonville, 4.9 stars from 136 reviews).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
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
- Switch between cycles such as Pots & Pans and Normal instead of using one cycle every time, to limit hard-water buildup on spray arms and jets. Source: Kenmore Livemore - Quick Tips: 3 Ways to Care for Your Dishwasher
What Kenmore Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 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?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
Dishwasher Notes for Burlington, NC
Most dishwasher calls in Burlington 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.
Before You Book in Burlington
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Burlington, NC
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Burlington technician bring the right parts.