If your Kenmore dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. 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.
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Vestavia Hills
40 repair companies serve Vestavia Hills from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Vestavia Hills, and the rest are spread across Birmingham (28), Pelham (3), and Bessemer (3). The farthest listed company is about 13 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Vestavia Hills 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: Professional Appliance Sales & Service, around 2.1 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 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 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 24 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.1, 2.6, 2.9 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
First up for Vestavia Hills: Lewie's Appliance Sales & Service (6.0 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.9 stars from 2,563 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Mechanic LLC (5.8 miles away, based in Birmingham, 5.0 stars from 1,097 reviews); Appliance Connection (6.2 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 1,726 reviews); Atlas Appliance Repair (6.8 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.9 stars from 2,483 reviews).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its 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
Budgeting for a Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
A Kenmore dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. 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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
Dishwasher Notes for Vestavia Hills, AL
Most dishwasher calls in Vestavia Hills 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.
Questions to Ask a Vestavia Hills Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair Kenmore dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Vestavia Hills, AL
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How do I get rid of a dishwasher odor?
Why are my dishes still wet?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Vestavia Hills
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair in Nearby Cities
Also Serving Towns Around Vestavia Hills
Live outside Vestavia Hills? The same Kenmore dishwasher repair technicians serve Brook Highland and Meadowbrook. See each town's own dishwasher repair listings below.
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Vestavia Hills technician bring the right parts.