Kenmore owners in Forrest City usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Forrest City list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore dishwashers and other brands.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Forrest City work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Dishwashers Near Forrest City
Within 60 miles of Forrest City there are 34 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Forrest City itself, and other nearby bases include Memphis (10), Bartlett (4), and Searcy (3). Kevin Brown's Appliance Service is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Forrest City. No company within 90 miles of Forrest City mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.0 stars. Forrest City is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Forrest City. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 14.6, 32.0 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 34 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 18 |
Closest matches for Forrest City: Kevin Brown's Appliance Service (0.5 miles away, 4.7 stars from 20 reviews); Home Appliances Memphis (52.2 miles away, based in Memphis, 4.9 stars from 343 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Fix - Tech Repair in Walmart Millington (55.9 miles away, based in Millington, 4.9 stars from 325 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Vance Appliance Repair (14.6 miles away, based in Wynne, 3.7 stars from 32 reviews).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Forrest City
Keeping a Kenmore Dishwasher Running
- 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
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- How old the dishwasher is
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
Local Notes for Forrest City
Most dishwasher calls in Forrest City 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.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Forrest City
- 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: Forrest City, AR
Which Forrest City technicians work on Kenmore?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore dishwasher?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
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Live outside Forrest City? The same Kenmore dishwasher repair technicians serve Wynne. See each town's own dishwasher repair listings below.
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.