If your Kenmore dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. 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.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Bailey's Crossroads work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Dishwasher Technicians, Bailey's Crossroads VA
40 repair companies serve Bailey's Crossroads from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Arlington (14), Alexandria (14), and Falls Church (10). Distances run up to about 4 miles. No company within 90 miles of Bailey's Crossroads mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: AVS Heating and Air Conditioning Falls Church ( AC, Furnace and Appliance Repair), around 0.2 miles out. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Bailey's Crossroads. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.2, 0.3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 24 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
Closest matches for Bailey's Crossroads: Appliance Repair Alexandria VA - Appliance Surgeon (2.3 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Service Appliance Repair (1.2 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 181 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Services (1.9 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 219 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AGB Appliance Repair LLC (2.9 miles away, based in Arlington, 5.0 stars from 411 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Bailey's Crossroads
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
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. 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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Dishwasher Call
- 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)
- How old the dishwasher is
Dishwasher Notes for Bailey's Crossroads, VA
Most dishwasher calls in Bailey's Crossroads 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.
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.
Questions to Ask a Bailey's Crossroads Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Bailey's Crossroads, VA
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Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
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Kenmore Dishwasher Repair for Towns Near Bailey's Crossroads
Live outside Bailey's Crossroads? The same Kenmore dishwasher repair technicians serve Seven Corners and Lake Barcroft. See each town's own dishwasher repair listings below.
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.