A Kenmore dishwasher shares most of its basic parts with other dishwashers, but its filter design, drying system, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. Below are independent repair companies serving Orange, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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 Orange
40 repair companies serve Orange from within 30 miles. 7 list an address in Orange, and the rest are spread across Santa Ana (11), Anaheim (8), and Tustin (7). No company within 30 miles of Orange names Kenmore in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Davis Appliance Subzero & Wolf Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Orange. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 30 businesses.
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| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.9, 1.1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
The leading options for Orange are Kenmore Repair Service in San Diego (84.4 miles away, based in San Diego, 5.0 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Davis Appliance Subzero & Wolf Repair (0.4 miles away, 4.8 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours); MG Service (4.4 miles away, based in Anaheim, 5.0 stars from 104 reviews, lists Saturday hours); D&V Appliance Repair (3.9 miles away, 4.3 stars from 290 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
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
What Kenmore Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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?
- 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?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- How old the dishwasher is
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
What Orange Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Orange 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).
Questions to Ask a Orange Technician
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair Kenmore dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Orange, CA
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Why does my Kenmore dishwasher show an error code?
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Live outside Orange? The same Kenmore dishwasher repair technicians serve Villa Park. See each town's own dishwasher repair listings below.
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Orange technician bring the right parts.