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 Milford, 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 Milford
We found 24 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Milford. 1 list an address in Milford, and other nearby bases include Dover (7), Rehoboth Beach (2), and Cape May (2). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 1.1 miles out. None of the repair companies near Milford name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Rated companies nearby average 3.9 stars across 20 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 7.9, 14.9 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 24 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 14 |
At the top of the Milford list: Sears Appliance Repair (1.1 miles away, 4.6 stars from 573 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Big Red Services - HVAC, Plumbing, Electric (16.3 miles away, based in Camden Wyoming, 4.9 stars from 335 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (21.0 miles away, based in Rehoboth Beach, 4.6 stars from 563 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ralphs Appliances (7.9 miles away, based in Felton, 4.6 stars from 36 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
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
Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
- 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- How old the dishwasher is
Around Milford
Most dishwasher calls in Milford 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.
Delaware does not issue a separate appliance repair license; its plumbing and HVACR licensing law covers gas piping but excludes installing gas appliances where service connections already exist. Source: Delaware Code Title 24, Chapter 18, Subchapter I
In Delaware, you can report a problem to the Delaware Department of Justice Consumer Protection Unit (Consumer Mediation Unit).
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Milford
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Milford, DE
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore dishwasher?
Why does my Kenmore dishwasher show an error code?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
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Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Milford
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.