A Kenmore dishwasher shares most of its basic parts with other dishwashers, but its filter design, drying system, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. Below are independent repair companies serving Arkadelphia, 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 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.
Who Works on Kenmore Dishwashers Near Arkadelphia
Our data shows 23 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Arkadelphia. Other nearby bases include Little Rock (11), Hot Springs (5), and Benton (2). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. Of those, 1 mentions Kenmore by name. Nearest on the list: Chuck's Appliance Repair, around 24.4 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 16 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Arkadelphia is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Mention Kenmore | 1 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 23 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 24.4, 24.5, 25.3 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 17 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
At the top of the Arkadelphia list: Sears Appliance Repair (43.2 miles away, based in Hope, 4.7 stars from 51 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Patriot Appliance Services (27.7 miles away, based in Royal, 4.6 stars from 73 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (60.0 miles away, based in Magnolia, 4.7 stars from 18 reviews, lists Saturday hours); RJ'S Used Appliances (25.5 miles away, based in Hot Springs, 4.9 stars from 9 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
Signs Your Kenmore Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
What Gets Fixed on a Arkadelphia Dishwasher Call
Keeping a Kenmore Dishwasher Running
- 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
- 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
A Kenmore dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Dishwasher Call
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- How old the dishwasher is
Around Arkadelphia
Most dishwasher calls in Arkadelphia 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.
Arkansas has no separate appliance repair license, and household appliances are listed as exempt equipment under the state HVACR licensing law, though exempt work must still meet HVACR rules and any local permit and inspection requirements. Source: Arkansas HVAC/R Statutes 2025, A.C.A. ยง 17-33-102 (Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing)
In Arkansas, you can check a license with the Arkansas Department of Health Protective Health Codes licensee search (plumbing and gas fitter licenses) or report a problem to the Arkansas Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Arkadelphia
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Arkadelphia, AR
Why does my Kenmore dishwasher show an error code?
Is my Kenmore dishwasher worth repairing?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Arkadelphia technician bring the right parts.