Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs in Fairfax involve the same few systems: the filter and drain, the water supply, the door latch, the heat and the controls. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore dishwashers and other brands.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Fairfax work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Dishwashers Near Fairfax
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Fairfax. 16 of them are based in Fairfax itself, and other nearby bases include Vienna (5), Falls Church (4), and Burke (3). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. Nearest on the list: Washer Dryer Oven Fridge Fix and Repair, around 0.7 miles out. None of the repair companies near Fairfax name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 36 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.
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 0.9, 0.9 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
First up for Fairfax: Ace Vacuums (1.6 miles away, 4.9 stars from 996 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Northern Virginia (3.8 miles away, 4.8 stars from 965 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Nova Fix Appliance (0.9 miles away, 5.0 stars from 362 reviews, lists Saturday hours); APPRO Appliance (6.0 miles away, 4.8 stars from 377 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
Signs Your Kenmore Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
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
Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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
- How old the dishwasher is
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
What Fairfax Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Fairfax 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 Fairfax Technician
- How often do you repair Kenmore dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Fairfax, VA
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Kenmore Dishwasher Repair for Towns Near Fairfax
The technicians listed for Fairfax also cover smaller towns nearby, including George Mason. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Kenmore dishwasher repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
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.