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. The Carmichael 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.
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.
Independent Kenmore Dishwasher Technicians, Carmichael CA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Carmichael. 8 of them are based in Carmichael itself, and other nearby bases include Sacramento (10), Rancho Cordova (9), and Citrus Heights (6). Distances run up to about 4 miles. The closest is Carmichael Appliance Repair Works, about 0.3 miles away. None of the repair companies near Carmichael name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The 30 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
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.
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.4, 0.8 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
The leading options for Carmichael are ZR Master Appliance Repair LLC (3.0 miles away, based in North Highlands, 4.9 stars from 265 reviews, lists Saturday hours); PRO MAX HVAC & Appliance repair (1.0 miles away, 4.7 stars from 210 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Eco Appliance Sells And Service (4.0 miles away, based in Rancho Cordova, 4.7 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours); FixMax Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Sacramento, 4.7 stars from 12 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its 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
- 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
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
Local Notes for Carmichael
Most dishwasher calls in Carmichael 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).
Questions to Ask a Carmichael Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair Kenmore dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Carmichael, CA
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore dishwasher?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
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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.