If your Kenmore dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Arlington, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
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 Arlington
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Arlington. 16 list an address in Arlington, and the rest are spread across Falls Church (10), Washington (9), and Alexandria (5). The farthest listed company is about 4 miles out. None of the repair companies near Arlington name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Nearest on the list: AGB Appliance Repair LLC, around 0.3 miles out. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Arlington. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.4, 0.5 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
At the top of the Arlington list: AGB Appliance Repair LLC (0.3 miles away, 5.0 stars from 411 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Service Appliance Repair (3.1 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 181 reviews, lists Saturday hours); District Appliance Services LLC (1.5 miles away, 4.9 stars from 133 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Virginia Appliance Repair LLC (4.1 miles away, based in Falls Church, 4.8 stars from 895 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- An error code on the display
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Arlington
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
What Kenmore Dishwasher Repairs Cost
A Kenmore dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 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.
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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
Local Notes for Arlington
Arlington County Department of Environmental Services (water treated by the Washington Aqueduct from the Potomac River), which supplies Arlington, reports hardness of about 135 mg/L (8 grains per gallon) on average. Hard water leaves spots and film on glasses and builds up on dishwasher spray arms and inlet screens, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: Arlington County - Water Quality Reports
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Arlington
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Arlington, VA
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
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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.