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.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore dishwashers and other brands.
Kenmore appliances were sold through Sears for decades, so many owners look for Sears dishwasher repair. The companies here are independent technicians who work on Kenmore and Kenmore Elite dishwashers; they are not Sears.
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Newport Beach
40 repair companies serve Newport Beach from within 30 miles. 16 list an address in Newport Beach, and the rest are spread across Costa Mesa (13), Irvine (7), and Corona Del Mar (4). Distances run up to about 5 miles. 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. Rodeo Appliance OC is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from Newport Beach. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.9 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.9, 0.9 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
At the top of the Newport Beach list: Kenmore Repair Service in San Diego (74.4 miles away, based in San Diego, 5.0 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Caesar's Appliance Sales & Service (5.1 miles away, based in Irvine, 4.9 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.4 miles away, based in Costa Mesa, 4.7 stars from 155 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Best Service Appliance Repair (3.7 miles away, based in Irvine, 5.0 stars from 128 reviews).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its 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
- 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
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
A Kenmore dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
Around Newport Beach
Most dishwasher calls in Newport Beach 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).
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Newport Beach
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair Kenmore dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Newport Beach, CA
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore dishwasher?
Why does my Kenmore dishwasher show an error code?
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Clean the filter, check the drain hose under the sink and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Kenmore repair.