Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs in Mountain Brook 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.
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, Mountain Brook AL
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Mountain Brook. Other nearby bases include Birmingham (29), Bessemer (4), and Hoover (2). The farthest listed company is about 14 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Mountain Brook mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: Fast Response Appliance Repair, around 1.9 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 22 businesses.
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.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 3.2, 3.3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 24 |
At the top of the Mountain Brook list: Lewie's Appliance Sales & Service (4.2 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.9 stars from 2,563 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Mechanic LLC (7.4 miles away, based in Birmingham, 5.0 stars from 1,097 reviews); Atlas Appliance Repair (4.3 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.9 stars from 2,483 reviews); Appliance Connection (5.2 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 1,726 reviews).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
Signs Your Kenmore Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
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
- 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
Budgeting for a Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- How old the dishwasher is
Local Notes for Mountain Brook
Most dishwasher calls in Mountain Brook 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.
Alabama does not issue a separate appliance repair license, and the state's heating, air conditioning and refrigeration contractor law expressly excludes work on household appliances, residential refrigerators and ice machines. Source: Code of Alabama 1975, Section 34-31-18 et seq. (Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Contractors)
In Alabama, you can check a license with the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board Individual Licensee Search or report a problem to the Alabama Attorney General's Office, Consumer Interest Division.
Before You Book in Mountain Brook
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Mountain Brook, AL
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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.