Kenmore owners in Magalia usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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 Magalia work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Magalia
18 repair companies serve Magalia from within 60 miles. The rest are spread across Chico (4), Oroville (3), and Red Bluff (3). None of the repair companies near Magalia name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Hudson's Appliance Center is the nearest, roughly 4.9 miles from Magalia. The 16 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Magalia is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Magalia. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 18 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.9, 12.2, 12.3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 10 |
Closest matches for Magalia: Hudson's Appliance Center (4.9 miles away, based in Paradise, 4.8 stars from 84 reviews); A-1 Appliance (22.2 miles away, based in Oroville, 4.7 stars from 193 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Northern Valley Appliance Services- Since 1957 (14.0 miles away, based in Chico, 4.6 stars from 34 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.2 miles away, based in Chico, 4.4 stars from 185 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
Signs Your Kenmore Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Magalia
Keeping a Kenmore Dishwasher Running
- 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
What Kenmore Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. 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)
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- How old the dishwasher is
Dishwasher Notes for Magalia, CA
Most dishwasher calls in Magalia 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).
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Magalia
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Magalia, CA
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Other Dishwasher Repair in Magalia
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Kenmore Dishwasher Repair for Towns Near Magalia
The technicians listed for Magalia also cover smaller towns nearby, including Paradise. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Kenmore dishwasher repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Kenmore dishwasher's label, usually on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.