If your Kenmore dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Clarkston, 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 Clarkston work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Clarkston
40 repair companies serve Clarkston from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Atlanta (20), Decatur (6), and Stone Mountain (6). The farthest listed company is about 9 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Clarkston mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Fridge repair service, about 1.4 miles away. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Clarkston. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 1.6, 1.9 |
First up for Clarkston: Comfort Appliance Repair of Atlanta (6.0 miles away, based in Chamblee, 4.9 stars from 1,720 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Help Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, based in Atlanta, 5.0 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Fixer Appliance Repair of Atlanta (3.0 miles away, based in Atlanta, 5.0 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, based in Atlanta, 4.4 stars from 399 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Owner Care for Kenmore Dishwashers
- 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
- 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
What Kenmore Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 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?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- How old the dishwasher is
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
Local Notes for Clarkston
Most dishwasher calls in Clarkston 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.
Georgia has no appliance repair license; the Secretary of State's construction-related licensing boards cover conditioned air, electrical, plumbing, low voltage, utility and residential/general contractors, with no separate appliance category. Source: Georgia Licensing Boards (Georgia Secretary of State)
In Georgia, you can check a license with the Georgia Secretary of State Licensing Division License Lookup or report a problem to the Georgia Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Clarkston Technician
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Clarkston, GA
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore dishwasher?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Do you work for Kenmore?
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Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Kenmore dishwasher's label, usually on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.