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 Makakilo, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Independent listings only: Dishwasher Repairs is not affiliated with or endorsed by Kenmore. If your dishwasher is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Kenmore directly.
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.
Independent Kenmore Dishwasher Technicians, Makakilo HI
Our data shows 39 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Makakilo. Other nearby bases include Honolulu (19), Waipahu (3), and Aiea (3). The farthest listed company is about 22 miles out. None of the repair companies near Makakilo 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: All In 1 Service Inc., around 4.3 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 3.9 stars across 34 businesses.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.3, 5.7, 6.6 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 24 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 39 |
The leading options for Makakilo are Fuse Hawai'i (7.0 miles away, based in Waipahu, 4.8 stars from 278 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All In 1 Service Inc. (4.3 miles away, based in Waipahu, 4.6 stars from 75 reviews, lists Saturday hours); PACIFIC ICE SERVICES INC (10.7 miles away, based in Honolulu, 4.9 stars from 105 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (18.2 miles away, based in Kaneohe, 4.8 stars from 285 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Makakilo
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its 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:
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 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?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
Around Makakilo
Most dishwasher calls in Makakilo 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.
Hawaii has no appliance repair license classification; the Contractors License Board's specialty classifications cover related trades such as plumbing (including fuel gas piping), refrigeration, and ventilating and air conditioning, and a contractor license applies to jobs that need a building, electrical or plumbing permit. Source: Description of Contractor License Classifications (Hawaii DCCA Contractors License Board)
In Hawaii, you can check a license with the Hawaii DCCA Professional and Vocational Licensing public license search or report a problem to the Hawaii DCCA Regulated Industries Complaints Office (RICO).
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Makakilo
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Makakilo, HI
Is my Kenmore dishwasher worth repairing?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
Why are my dishes still wet?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore dishwashers?
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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.