If your Kenmore dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. 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.
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.
Who Works on Kenmore Dishwashers Near Martinez
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Martinez. 3 list an address in Martinez, and the rest are spread across Concord (18), Walnut Creek (9), and Pleasant Hill (4). Distances run up to about 7 miles. None of the repair companies near Martinez name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The closest is Appliance Repair Doctor, about 0.4 miles away. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Martinez. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 2.6, 2.8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
At the top of the Martinez list: Fast & Easy Appliance Repair Services (4.6 miles away, based in Concord, 4.9 stars from 634 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hi-5 Appliance Repair (3.4 miles away, based in Pleasant Hill, 5.0 stars from 157 reviews); Appliance Repair Team (7.1 miles away, based in Walnut Creek, 4.6 stars from 108 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.8 miles away, based in Concord, 4.3 stars from 540 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- An error code on the display
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Martinez Dishwasher Call
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
Budgeting for a Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
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?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Dishwasher Call
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- How old the dishwasher is
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
What Martinez Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Martinez 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 Martinez
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Martinez, CA
Why does my Kenmore dishwasher show an error code?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore dishwasher?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Martinez technician bring the right parts.