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.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Kenmore dishwashers were made for Sears by several manufacturers over the years, so the model number matters more than the badge. Independent technicians can look up the parts from it.
Who Works on Kenmore Dishwashers Near San Fernando
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of San Fernando. 6 list an address in San Fernando, and the rest are spread across Sylmar (3), Mission Hills (3), and Granada Hills (3). Distances run up to about 9 miles. The closest is Marconi Appliance Services, about 0.3 miles away. No company within 90 miles of San Fernando mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from San Fernando. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.5, 0.8 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 52 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
The leading options for San Fernando are Appliance Repair Nomad ProTech Inc (6.4 miles away, based in Northridge, 5.0 stars from 150 reviews, lists Saturday hours); North Hollywood Appliance Repair (8.7 miles away, based in North Hollywood, 4.8 stars from 72 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A and M appliances (2.7 miles away, based in Granada Hills, 5.0 stars from 59 reviews, lists Saturday hours); West Coast Chief Repair (7.7 miles away, based in Burbank, 4.8 stars from 927 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
What Gets Fixed on a San Fernando Dishwasher Call
Keeping a Kenmore Dishwasher Running
- 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
Budgeting for a Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Dishwasher Call
- 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
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
Local Notes for San Fernando
Most dishwasher calls in San Fernando 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 San Fernando Technician
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: San Fernando, CA
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Is my Kenmore dishwasher worth repairing?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
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Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near San Fernando
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a San Fernando technician bring the right parts.