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.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Martinsville work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Dishwashers Near Martinsville
Within 30 miles of Martinsville there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Somerset (5), Plainfield (4), and New Brunswick (4). Distances run up to about 11 miles. Barry's Appliance is the nearest, roughly 2.4 miles from Martinsville. None of the repair companies near Martinsville name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.7 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.
| Mention dishwasher work | 2 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.4, 3.2, 3.4 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 49 |
Closest matches for Martinsville: George's Appliance Service (11.4 miles away, based in New Providence, 4.0 stars from 135 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Barry's Appliance (2.4 miles away, based in Bridgewater, 4.8 stars from 876 reviews, lists Saturday hours); R&D Sieberg Appliances (4.1 miles away, based in Manville, 4.7 stars from 316 reviews); Pay Less Repair Services LLC (10.5 miles away, based in Edison, 4.8 stars from 186 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- An error code on the display
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Martinsville
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its 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:
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour 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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- How old the dishwasher is
Around Martinsville
Most dishwasher calls in Martinsville 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.
New Jersey has no license specific to appliance repair; plumbing work is reserved to state-licensed master plumbers, and gas piping work on the customer side of the meter falls under HVACR contractor licensing, both overseen by boards in the Division of Consumer Affairs. Source: NJ Division of Consumer Affairs: State Board of Examiners of Master Plumbers rule notice
In New Jersey, you can check a license with the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs License Verification System or report a problem to the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs.
Questions to Ask a Martinsville Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- 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?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Martinsville, NJ
Is my Kenmore dishwasher worth repairing?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
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Kenmore Dishwasher Repair for Towns Near Martinsville
Kenmore dishwasher repair for Green Knoll is handled by the same companies listed for Martinsville. Each town also has its own dishwasher repair page with the nearest companies:
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Martinsville technician bring the right parts.