If your Kenmore dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The Lake Forest list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Lake Forest work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Dishwasher Technicians, Lake Forest CA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Lake Forest. 6 list an address in Lake Forest, and other nearby bases include Irvine (16), Mission Viejo (7), and Rancho Santa Margarita (3). Distances run up to about 6 miles. The closest is Best Lake Forest Appliance Repair, about 1.0 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. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 39 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lake Forest. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 1.1, 1.1 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 48 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 26 |
Closest matches for Lake Forest: Kenmore Repair Service in San Diego (71.7 miles away, based in San Diego, 5.0 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); MDTECH SERVICES (1.1 miles away, 4.9 stars from 326 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Green Fuse HVAC & Appliance repair (5.5 miles away, based in Irvine, 5.0 stars from 444 reviews, lists Saturday hours); MDTECH Appliance Repair (2.1 miles away, based in Irvine, 4.8 stars from 353 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- An error code on the display
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
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
- 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
A Kenmore dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 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?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 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?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- 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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
Around Lake Forest
Most dishwasher calls in Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest Technician
- 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?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Lake Forest, CA
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore dishwashers?
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore dishwasher?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Lake Forest
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Lake Forest
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Lake Forest technician bring the right parts.