Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs in Norfolk 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.
Independent listings only: Dishwasher Repairs is not affiliated with or endorsed by Kenmore. If your dishwasher is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Kenmore directly.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Norfolk work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Norfolk
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Norfolk. 9 of them are based in Norfolk itself, and the rest are spread across Virginia Beach (12), Chesapeake (8), and Portsmouth (5). Distances run up to about 15 miles. Master Repair Services is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Norfolk. No company within 90 miles of Norfolk mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 33 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 1.4, 1.7 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 56 |
At the top of the Norfolk list: East Coast Appliance (4.3 miles away, 4.9 stars from 3,721 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Service Solutions (Suffolk Appliance) (14.4 miles away, based in Suffolk, 4.9 stars from 2,757 reviews); East Coast Appliance (12.7 miles away, based in Virginia Beach, 4.9 stars from 5,034 reviews, lists Saturday hours); WEEWORX OUTLAW HANDYMAN SERVICES/APPLIANCE REPAIR (6.9 miles away, based in Portsmouth, 5.0 stars from 248 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Norfolk
Keeping a Kenmore Dishwasher Running
- 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
- 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
What Kenmore Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- How old the dishwasher is
Dishwasher Notes for Norfolk, VA
Most dishwasher calls in Norfolk 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 Norfolk
- 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?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Norfolk, VA
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Which Norfolk technicians work on Kenmore?
Do you work for Kenmore?
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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.