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 Redwood City, 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 Redwood City work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Dishwashers Near Redwood City
40 repair companies serve Redwood City from within 30 miles. 18 list an address in Redwood City, and the rest are spread across San Carlos (7), Belmont (6), and Menlo Park (5). Distances run up to about 4 miles. The closest is Prompt Appliance Repair Solutions, about 0.5 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Redwood City mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.9 stars.
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| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 37 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.7, 0.9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 2 |
At the top of the Redwood City list: DripStop Dishwasher Pros (1.4 miles away, 5.0 stars from 15 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Advanced Appliance Repair (2.8 miles away, based in San Carlos, 5.0 stars from 76 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UsProRepairs (3.3 miles away, 4.8 stars from 73 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Speedy Appliance Repair (2.3 miles away, based in San Carlos, 5.0 stars from 16 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
Signs Your Kenmore Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its 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
- 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
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:
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- How old the dishwasher is
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
What Redwood City Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Redwood City 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 Redwood City
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Redwood City, CA
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Is my Kenmore dishwasher worth repairing?
Which Redwood City technicians work on Kenmore?
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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.