Kenmore owners in Richmond usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Richmond 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.
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, Richmond VA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Richmond. 27 of them are based in Richmond itself, and the rest are spread across Mechanicsville (4), Midlothian (2), and Glen Allen (2). The farthest listed company is about 12 miles out. Nearest on the list: Appliance Repair Richmond, around 1.4 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Richmond mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Richmond. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 1.5, 1.6 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 53 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 27 |
The leading options for Richmond are Mr. Appliance of Richmond (7.6 miles away, 4.8 stars from 1,293 reviews); East Coast Appliance (8.4 miles away, 4.9 stars from 1,135 reviews, lists Saturday hours); East Coast Appliance (7.0 miles away, 4.7 stars from 1,751 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pro Line Appliance Installation (9.9 miles away, based in Midlothian, 4.7 stars from 165 reviews).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Richmond
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
- 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
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- How old the dishwasher is
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
What Richmond Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Richmond 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 Richmond Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Richmond, VA
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore dishwashers?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Richmond
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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.