A Kenmore dishwasher shares most of its basic parts with other dishwashers, but its filter design, drying system, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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 Great Falls
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Great Falls. 1 of them are based in Great Falls itself, and the rest are spread across Herndon (7), Sterling (6), and Vienna (5). The farthest listed company is about 9 miles out. Nearest on the list: Alpha Great Falls Appliance Repair, around 1.2 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Great Falls mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.9 stars.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 3.8, 4.9 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 50 |
First up for Great Falls: dyab appliance repair (6.8 miles away, based in Herndon, 4.9 stars from 176 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sterling Appliance (3.8 miles away, based in Sterling, 4.6 stars from 210 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Herndon Appliance Repair (6.1 miles away, based in Herndon, 4.8 stars from 211 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Landers Appliance (8.9 miles away, based in Rockville, 4.9 stars from 197 reviews).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
Signs Your Kenmore Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
What Gets Fixed on a Great Falls Dishwasher Call
Keeping a Kenmore Dishwasher Running
- 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
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:
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 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?
- 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- How old the dishwasher is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
Local Notes for Great Falls
Most dishwasher calls in Great Falls 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 Great Falls Technician
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- 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: Great Falls, VA
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Is my Kenmore dishwasher worth repairing?
Do you work for Kenmore?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore dishwashers?
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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.