Kenmore owners in Portsmouth usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Portsmouth list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
Independent listings only: Dishwasher Repairs is not affiliated with or endorsed by Kenmore. If your dishwasher is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Kenmore directly.
Kenmore appliances were sold through Sears for decades, so many owners look for Sears dishwasher repair. The companies here are independent technicians who work on Kenmore and Kenmore Elite dishwashers; they are not Sears.
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Portsmouth
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Portsmouth. 5 list an address in Portsmouth, and other nearby bases include Norfolk (9), Virginia Beach (9), and Chesapeake (8). No company within 30 miles of Portsmouth names Kenmore in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Equity Source Renovations LLC is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Portsmouth. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.2 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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 1.4, 2.1 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 57 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 34 |
First up for Portsmouth: Appliance Service Solutions (Suffolk Appliance) (8.4 miles away, based in Suffolk, 4.9 stars from 2,757 reviews); East Coast Appliance (8.0 miles away, based in Norfolk, 4.9 stars from 3,721 reviews, lists Saturday hours); WEEWORX OUTLAW HANDYMAN SERVICES/APPLIANCE REPAIR (3.2 miles away, 5.0 stars from 248 reviews, lists Saturday hours); East Coast Appliance (8.6 miles away, based in Chesapeake, 4.8 stars from 2,107 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
Signs Your Kenmore Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Portsmouth Dishwasher Call
Owner Care for Kenmore Dishwashers
- 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
- 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
Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
When an aging dishwasher no longer has manufacturer coverage and needs frequent or major repairs, start planning for a replacement. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- How old the dishwasher is
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
What Portsmouth Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Portsmouth 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.
Before You Book in Portsmouth
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- How often do you repair Kenmore dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Portsmouth, VA
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Portsmouth technician bring the right parts.