Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs in Fredericksburg involve the same few systems: the filter and drain, the water supply, the door latch, the heat and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Fredericksburg, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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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 Fredericksburg
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Fredericksburg. 7 list an address in Fredericksburg, and the rest are spread across Woodbridge (15), Stafford (11), and Dumfries (4). The farthest listed company is about 26 miles out. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.4 miles from Fredericksburg. None of the repair companies near Fredericksburg name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
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| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 52 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 26 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 36 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 2.1, 2.2 |
At the top of the Fredericksburg list: Tolo Appliances LLC (20.3 miles away, based in Dumfries, 5.0 stars from 983 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Brooks Appliance Repair and Electric (4.5 miles away, 4.9 stars from 323 reviews); USA Appliance Repair (2.1 miles away, based in Falmouth, 4.6 stars from 150 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Logical Appliance Repair (4.2 miles away, 4.9 stars from 206 reviews).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
Signs Your Kenmore Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Owner Care for Kenmore 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
Budgeting for a Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$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?
When an aging dishwasher no longer has manufacturer coverage and needs frequent or major repairs, start planning for a replacement. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- 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)
Dishwasher Notes for Fredericksburg, VA
City of Fredericksburg water system (supplied mainly from the Motts Run Water Treatment Plant on the Rappahannock River), which supplies Fredericksburg, reports hardness of 21-57 mg/L, averaging 32 mg/L (soft). 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: City of Fredericksburg - 2020 Annual Water Quality Report
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.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Fredericksburg
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- How often do you repair Kenmore dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Fredericksburg, VA
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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.