Kenmore owners in Suffolk usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Suffolk work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Dishwasher Technicians, Suffolk VA
Within 30 miles of Suffolk there are 38 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 list an address in Suffolk, and other nearby bases include Norfolk (9), Chesapeake (8), and Portsmouth (5). Distances run up to about 30 miles. 1 of them mentions Kenmore in their listing or website. The closest is Appliance Doctor, about 9.0 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 31 businesses.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 21 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 38 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 9.0, 11.6, 14.6 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
| Mention Kenmore | 1 |
Closest matches for Suffolk: Appliance Service Solutions (Suffolk Appliance) (11.6 miles away, 4.9 stars from 2,757 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (17.2 miles away, based in Franklin, 4.5 stars from 184 reviews, lists Saturday hours); East Coast Appliance (26.0 miles away, based in Norfolk, 4.9 stars from 3,721 reviews, lists Saturday hours); WEEWORX OUTLAW HANDYMAN SERVICES/APPLIANCE REPAIR (19.4 miles away, based in Portsmouth, 5.0 stars from 248 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- An error code on the display
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Suffolk
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:
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Dishwasher Call
- How old the dishwasher is
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
What Suffolk Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Suffolk 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.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Suffolk
- 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?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Suffolk, VA
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore dishwashers?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Suffolk
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair in Nearby Cities
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair for Towns Near Suffolk
The technicians listed for Suffolk also cover smaller towns nearby, including Franklin. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Kenmore dishwasher repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
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.