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. Below are independent repair companies serving Irvine, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
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, Irvine CA
40 repair companies serve Irvine from within 30 miles. 33 of them are based in Irvine itself, and the rest are spread across Tustin (4), Laguna Hills (2), and Lake Forest (1). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. Nearest on the list: Green Fuse HVAC & Appliance repair, around 0.9 miles out. No company within 30 miles of Irvine names Kenmore in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.9 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.
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.3, 1.3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 27 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Irvine list: Kenmore Repair Service in San Diego (75.3 miles away, based in San Diego, 5.0 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Caesar's Appliance Sales & Service (4.4 miles away, 4.9 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Green Fuse HVAC & Appliance repair (0.9 miles away, 5.0 stars from 444 reviews, lists Saturday hours); MDTECH Appliance Repair (4.0 miles away, 4.8 stars from 353 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Irvine
Owner Care for Kenmore 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
- 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:
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit 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
- How old the dishwasher is
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
What Irvine Owners Should Know
Irvine Ranch Water District (IRWD), which supplies Irvine, reports hardness of hard; total hardness about 214-293 mg/L (ppm as CaCO3) on average for local treated water and about 236 mg/L for imported water, with a reported range of 52-469 mg/L. Hard water leaves spots and film on glasses and builds up on dishwasher spray arms and inlet screens, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: IRWD 2026 Water Quality Report
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 Irvine
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Irvine, CA
Why does my Kenmore dishwasher show an error code?
Is my Kenmore dishwasher worth repairing?
Which Irvine technicians work on Kenmore?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Irvine
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Irvine
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.