Kenmore owners in Martinsville usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Martinsville list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
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 Martinsville work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Dishwashers Near Martinsville
Our data shows 13 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Martinsville. The rest are spread across Eden (3), Bassett (2), and Danville (2). Nearest on the list: Randall's Appliances & Plumbing, around 10.5 miles out. None of the repair companies near Martinsville name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The 12 rated companies in range average 3.7 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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 10.5, 11.7, 12.3 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 13 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
First up for Martinsville: Randall's Appliances & Plumbing (10.5 miles away, based in Bassett, 4.4 stars from 15 reviews); Triad Appliance Repair Services (19.5 miles away, based in Mayodan, 4.9 stars from 34 reviews); Brooks Appliance & Repair LLC (29.2 miles away, based in Reidsville, 4.6 stars from 54 reviews); Mike's Refrigeration - Heating Repair (12.3 miles away, based in Eden, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
Signs Your Kenmore Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Martinsville
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:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Dishwasher Call
- How old the dishwasher is
- 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
Dishwasher Notes for Martinsville, VA
Most dishwasher calls in Martinsville 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 Martinsville Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- How often do you repair Kenmore dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Martinsville, VA
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore dishwashers?
Is my Kenmore dishwasher worth repairing?
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Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Martinsville
Nearby Towns Served From Martinsville
The technicians listed for Martinsville also cover smaller towns nearby, including Collinsville. 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.