If your Kenmore dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Rancho Santa Margarita, 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.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Rancho Santa Margarita work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Dishwashers Near Rancho Santa Margarita
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Rancho Santa Margarita. 3 list an address in Rancho Santa Margarita, and the rest are spread across Mission Viejo (7), Lake Forest (6), and Irvine (6). No company within 30 miles of Rancho Santa Margarita names Kenmore in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. AAA Rancho Santa Margarita Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Rancho Santa Margarita. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Rancho Santa Margarita. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 51 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 0.8, 0.9 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
The leading options for Rancho Santa Margarita are Kenmore Repair Service in San Diego (68.2 miles away, based in San Diego, 5.0 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); MDTECH SERVICES (5.5 miles away, based in Lake Forest, 4.9 stars from 326 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Caesar's Appliance Sales & Service (6.8 miles away, based in Laguna Niguel, 4.8 stars from 930 reviews, lists Saturday hours); MDTECH Appliance Repair (6.6 miles away, based in Irvine, 4.8 stars from 353 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
Signs Your Kenmore Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
What Gets Fixed on a Rancho Santa Margarita 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
- 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
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- 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?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$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?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Dishwasher Call
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- How old the dishwasher is
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
Local Notes for Rancho Santa Margarita
Most dishwasher calls in Rancho Santa Margarita 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).
Before You Book in Rancho Santa Margarita
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair Kenmore dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
How do I get rid of a dishwasher odor?
Why are my dishes still wet?
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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.