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 Blacksburg, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore dishwashers and other brands.
Kenmore appliances were sold through Sears for decades, so many owners look for Sears dishwasher repair. The companies here are independent technicians who work on Kenmore and Kenmore Elite dishwashers; they are not Sears.
Who Works on Kenmore Dishwashers Near Blacksburg
Our data shows 16 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Blacksburg. The rest are spread across Roanoke (8), Christiansburg (2), and Pearisburg (1). Distances run up to about 29 miles. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 4.0 miles from Blacksburg. None of the companies within 30 miles mention Kenmore by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. Rated companies nearby average 3.9 stars across 14 businesses.
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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.0, 5.2, 18.1 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 16 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 7 |
First up for Blacksburg: Ideal Appliance (5.2 miles away, based in Christiansburg, 4.5 stars from 29 reviews); Peerless Appliance Services (28.1 miles away, based in Roanoke, 4.9 stars from 1,204 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (4.0 miles away, based in Christiansburg, 4.3 stars from 159 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Britts Service Co (18.1 miles away, based in Pearisburg, 4.8 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Blacksburg Dishwasher Call
Keeping a Kenmore Dishwasher Running
- 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
- 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:
- 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?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
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)
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
Dishwasher Notes for Blacksburg, VA
Most dishwasher calls in Blacksburg 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.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Blacksburg
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair Kenmore dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Blacksburg, VA
Why does my Kenmore dishwasher show an error code?
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
Why are my dishes still wet?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore dishwashers?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Blacksburg
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Blacksburg
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.