Kenmore owners in Surprise usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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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.
Who Works on Kenmore Dishwashers Near Surprise
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Surprise. 6 of them are based in Surprise itself, and other nearby bases include Peoria (11), Glendale (7), and El Mirage (4). Distances run up to about 16 miles. The closest is Service Tek of Arizona, about 1.5 miles away. None of the companies within 30 miles mention Kenmore by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
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| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.5, 1.7, 2.2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
The leading options for Surprise are Glendale Kenmore Repair (18.6 miles away, based in Glendale, 3.6 stars from 12 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Surprise and Goodyear (11.3 miles away, based in Sun City, 4.8 stars from 832 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Works (11.3 miles away, based in Sun City, 5.0 stars from 376 reviews); Service Tek of Arizona (1.5 miles away, 5.0 stars from 10 reviews).
Kenmore Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
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
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Door spring repair: $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?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 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?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
Around Surprise
Most dishwasher calls in Surprise 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.
Arizona has no appliance-repair-specific license; work is regulated through Registrar of Contractors classifications, and state law removes the small-job (under $1,000) handyman exemption for any work connecting or repairing appliances on natural gas or propane. Source: A.R.S. 32-1121 - Persons not required to be licensed
In Arizona, you can check a license with the Arizona Registrar of Contractors Contractor Search or report a problem to the Arizona Attorney General Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Surprise Technician
- 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?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Surprise, AZ
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
Why are my dishes still wet?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore dishwashers?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Surprise
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair in Nearby Cities
Nearby Towns Served From Surprise
Kenmore dishwasher repair for Wickenburg is handled by the same companies listed for Surprise. Each town also has its own dishwasher repair page with the nearest companies:
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Surprise technician bring the right parts.