If your Kenmore dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The Los Angeles 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.
Kenmore dishwashers were made for Sears by several manufacturers over the years, so the model number matters more than the badge. Independent technicians can look up the parts from it.
Independent Kenmore Dishwasher Technicians, Los Angeles CA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Los Angeles. 8 of them are based in Los Angeles itself, and other nearby bases include Beverly Hills (13), West Hollywood (12), and Valley Village (3). The farthest listed company is about 4 miles out. The closest is Fusion Appliance Repair West, about 1.9 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Los Angeles mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Los Angeles. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 36 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 2.1, 2.2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 49 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
Closest matches for Los Angeles: Vertex Appliance Repair (3.1 miles away, based in West Hollywood, 5.0 stars from 109 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ASA Appliance Repair (3.2 miles away, based in West Hollywood, 5.0 stars from 173 reviews, lists Saturday hours); North Hollywood Appliance Repair (3.8 miles away, based in North Hollywood, 4.8 stars from 72 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Insight Appliance Repair (3.6 miles away, 5.0 stars from 104 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Los Angeles
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
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:
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour 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
- How old the dishwasher is
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
Dishwasher Notes for Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP), which supplies Los Angeles, reports hardness of varies by area and source blend: about 124-137 mg/L (moderately hard) for LA Aqueduct filtration plant water, rising to roughly 300 mg/L (very hard) where Metropolitan Water District Colorado River supplies or local groundwater are used, as in parts of eastern LA and the Harbor area. 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: LADWP Drinking Water Quality Report (2015, Table III)
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).
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Los Angeles
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Los Angeles, CA
Is my Kenmore dishwasher worth repairing?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
How do I get rid of a dishwasher odor?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Los Angeles technician bring the right parts.