If your Kenmore dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The McLean list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
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 McLean
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of McLean. 4 list an address in McLean, and the rest are spread across Falls Church (10), Bethesda (10), and Vienna (5). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. No company within 90 miles of McLean mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Ace McLean Appliance Repair, about 1.1 miles away. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.9 stars.
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.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 1.5, 2.2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
Closest matches for McLean: ABV Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Northern Virginia (5.1 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.8 stars from 965 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Virginia Appliance Repair LLC (4.0 miles away, based in Falls Church, 4.8 stars from 895 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Red Vacuums (4.6 miles away, based in Vienna, 4.9 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
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
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Motor repair: $200–$500 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?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$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?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit 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
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
Around McLean
Fairfax Water, which supplies McLean, reports hardness of 5-10 grains per gallon (about 84-170 mg/L), moderately hard to hard; varies by location and rainfall. 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: Fairfax Water FAQ: How "hard" is our water?
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.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in McLean
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: McLean, VA
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore dishwashers?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore dishwasher?
Other Dishwasher Repair in McLean
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near McLean
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.