Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs in Idylwood 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.
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.
Independent Kenmore Dishwasher Technicians, Idylwood VA
40 repair companies serve Idylwood from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Falls Church (16), Vienna (5), and Fairfax (5). None of the repair companies near Idylwood name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Nearest on the list: Appliance Magician LLC, around 0.7 miles out. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 24 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 1.0, 1.0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 47 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
The leading options for Idylwood are Mr. Appliance of Northern Virginia (1.8 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.8 stars from 965 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Virginia Appliance Repair LLC (1.5 miles away, based in Falls Church, 4.8 stars from 895 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AVS Heating and Air Conditioning Falls Church ( AC, Furnace and Appliance Repair) (5.0 miles away, based in Falls Church, 4.8 stars from 81 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Red Vacuums (3.2 miles away, based in Vienna, 4.9 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code on the display
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
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
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 repair: $150–$350 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?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
Dishwasher Notes for Idylwood, VA
Most dishwasher calls in Idylwood 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.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Idylwood
- 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?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Idylwood, VA
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Also Serving Towns Around Idylwood
The technicians listed for Idylwood also cover smaller towns nearby, including Dunn Loring and Pimmit Hills. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Kenmore dishwasher repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Kenmore dishwasher's label, usually on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.