Kenmore owners in Mission Viejo usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Mission Viejo list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
Independent listings only: Dishwasher Repairs is not affiliated with or endorsed by Kenmore. If your dishwasher is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Kenmore directly.
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.
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Mission Viejo
Within 30 miles of Mission Viejo there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 7 of them are based in Mission Viejo itself, and other nearby bases include Lake Forest (6), Irvine (6), and Laguna Niguel (4). Prime Appliance Repair Ca is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Mission Viejo. No company within 30 miles of Mission Viejo names Kenmore in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Mission Viejo. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 52 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.0, 1.0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
The leading options for Mission Viejo are Kenmore Repair Service in San Diego (68.1 miles away, based in San Diego, 5.0 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Caesar's Appliance Sales & Service (3.9 miles away, based in Laguna Niguel, 4.8 stars from 930 reviews, lists Saturday hours); MDTECH SERVICES (3.7 miles away, based in Lake Forest, 4.9 stars from 326 reviews, lists Saturday hours); MDTECH Appliance Repair (4.6 miles away, based in Irvine, 4.8 stars from 353 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
Signs Your Kenmore Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Owner Care for Kenmore Dishwashers
- 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
- 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
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. 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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Dishwasher Call
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- How old the dishwasher is
Local Notes for Mission Viejo
Santa Margarita Water District, which supplies Mission Viejo, reports hardness of about 210-300 mg/L as CaCO3, average 256 mg/L (roughly 12-17.5 grains per gallon; hard). 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: 2026 Water Quality Report - Santa Margarita Water District
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).
Before You Book in Mission Viejo
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- 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?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Mission Viejo, CA
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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.