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 Emeryville list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
Independent listings only: Dishwasher Repairs is not affiliated with or endorsed by Kenmore. If your dishwasher is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Kenmore directly.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Emeryville work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Dishwasher Technicians, Emeryville CA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Emeryville. 2 list an address in Emeryville, and other nearby bases include Oakland (20), Berkeley (9), and Albany (3). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. Nearest on the list: Bright Emeryville Appliance Repair, around 0.2 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Emeryville 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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| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 0.6, 1.0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 34 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
The leading options for Emeryville are Zuta Appliance Repair (2.6 miles away, based in Berkeley, 4.8 stars from 186 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pacific Standard Service (3.3 miles away, based in Albany, 4.7 stars from 168 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Oakland Appliance Repair Experts (2.3 miles away, based in Oakland, 5.0 stars from 10 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Viking Appliance Repairs Oakland (1.2 miles away, based in Oakland, 4.9 stars from 7 reviews).
Kenmore Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Emeryville
Owner Care for Kenmore Dishwashers
- 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
- 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
Budgeting for a Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
A Kenmore dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- How old the dishwasher is
Around Emeryville
Most dishwasher calls in Emeryville 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).
Before You Book in Emeryville
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Emeryville, CA
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
Is my Kenmore dishwasher worth repairing?
Why does my Kenmore dishwasher show an error code?
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Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Emeryville
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.