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 San Buenaventura, 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 San Buenaventura
Within 30 miles of San Buenaventura there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Oxnard (13), Ventura (12), and Camarillo (12). SummitCore Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from San Buenaventura. No company within 90 miles of San Buenaventura mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 25 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from San Buenaventura. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 34 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.7, 0.9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
At the top of the San Buenaventura list: Sears Appliance Repair (1.1 miles away, based in Ventura, 4.7 stars from 255 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sunset Air Conditioning & Heating (3.4 miles away, based in Oxnard, 4.8 stars from 52 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wolf Hearthline Service (0.9 miles away, based in Ventura, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews); Core Appliance Repair Oxnard Inc (7.1 miles away, based in Oxnard, 5.0 stars from 4 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in San Buenaventura
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
- 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
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:
- Door spring repair: $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?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Dishwasher Call
- 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 happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
Around San Buenaventura
Most dishwasher calls in San Buenaventura 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 San Buenaventura
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- How often do you repair Kenmore dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: San Buenaventura, CA
Why does my dishwasher smell?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore dishwasher?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Other Dishwasher Repair in San Buenaventura
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Nearby Towns Served From San Buenaventura
Kenmore dishwasher repair for Mira Monte and Ojai is handled by the same companies listed for San Buenaventura. Each town also has its own dishwasher repair page with the nearest companies:
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.