Kenmore owners in Timberlake usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Timberlake, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore dishwashers and other brands.
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 Timberlake
Our data shows 33 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Timberlake. The rest are spread across Roanoke (9), Lynchburg (4), and Fishersville (3). The farthest listed company is about 58 miles out. Of those, 1 mentions Kenmore by name. Nearest on the list: George's Appliance Sales, around 2.3 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 3.9 stars across 29 businesses. Timberlake is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Timberlake. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.3, 3.9, 5.0 |
| Mention Kenmore | 1 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 33 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 14 |
At the top of the Timberlake list: Batteries Plus Phone Repair (3.9 miles away, based in Lynchburg, 4.5 stars from 87 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Reliable Home Appliance Repair (10.7 miles away, based in Lynchburg, 4.8 stars from 55 reviews, lists Saturday hours); George's Appliance Sales (2.3 miles away, based in Lynchburg, 4.4 stars from 68 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (5.0 miles away, based in Lynchburg, 4.5 stars from 411 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
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
- 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
What Kenmore Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. 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
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
Local Notes for Timberlake
Most dishwasher calls in Timberlake 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 Timberlake
- How often do you repair Kenmore dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- 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?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Timberlake, VA
Do you work for Kenmore?
Is my Kenmore dishwasher worth repairing?
Which Timberlake technicians work on Kenmore?
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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.