Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs in Alameda involve the same few systems: the filter and drain, the water supply, the door latch, the heat and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Alameda, 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.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Alameda work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Alameda
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Alameda. 4 list an address in Alameda, and the rest are spread across Oakland (32), Piedmont (2), and Emeryville (2). Nearest on the list: SKS Appliance Repair, around 0.8 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Alameda mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 0.9, 1.6 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
At the top of the Alameda list: Kerenza Appliance Repair (4.3 miles away, based in Oakland, 4.7 stars from 795 reviews); FixEm Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, based in Oakland, 4.9 stars from 228 reviews); Oakland Appliance Repair Experts (4.8 miles away, based in Oakland, 5.0 stars from 10 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Viking Appliance Repairs Oakland (5.1 miles away, based in Oakland, 4.9 stars from 7 reviews).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Alameda
Owner Care for Kenmore Dishwashers
- 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
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 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?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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
- How old the dishwasher is
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
Around Alameda
Most dishwasher calls in Alameda 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.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Alameda
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- How often do you repair Kenmore dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Alameda, CA
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore dishwashers?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Is my Kenmore dishwasher worth repairing?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Alameda technician bring the right parts.