Kenmore owners in San Luis Obispo usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving San Luis Obispo, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
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.
Who Works on Kenmore Dishwashers Near San Luis Obispo
Our data shows 17 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of San Luis Obispo. 4 of them are based in San Luis Obispo itself, and the rest are spread across Santa Maria (7), Atascadero (2), and Paso Robles (2). The farthest listed company is about 28 miles out. None of the repair companies near San Luis Obispo name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 0.5 miles out. The 15 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from San Luis Obispo. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 12 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 17 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 1.0, 1.2 |
Closest matches for San Luis Obispo: Ruffoni's Home Appliance (11.1 miles away, based in Arroyo Grande, 4.8 stars from 660 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (0.5 miles away, 4.4 stars from 88 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ib-solutions (26.4 miles away, based in Santa Maria, 4.6 stars from 553 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Idler's Home (21.9 miles away, based in Paso Robles, 4.6 stars from 319 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
What Gets Fixed on a San Luis Obispo Dishwasher Call
Owner Care for Kenmore 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
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:
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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?
- 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?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- 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
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
What San Luis Obispo Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in San Luis Obispo 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 Luis Obispo Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- 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 Luis Obispo, CA
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore dishwasher?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore dishwashers?
Why are my dishes still wet?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a San Luis Obispo technician bring the right parts.