Kenmore owners in Bloomington usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. 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 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 Bloomington
Within 30 miles of Bloomington there are 21 appliance repair companies in our data. 14 list an address in Bloomington, and other nearby bases include Normal (2), Clinton (2), and Carlock (1). No company within 90 miles of Bloomington mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: UltraNest Appliance Repair Group, around 0.4 miles out. Across 18 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
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| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 12 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 0.6, 1.0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 21 |
Closest matches for Bloomington: Chambers Services (2.0 miles away, 4.8 stars from 1,926 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Bloomington (0.6 miles away, 4.7 stars from 733 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dick Van Dyke Appliance World (1.8 miles away, 4.5 stars from 1,389 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Big Lar's Appliance Repair (3.2 miles away, based in Normal, 5.0 stars from 107 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
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
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
A Kenmore dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- 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
Dishwasher Notes for Bloomington, IL
Most dishwasher calls in Bloomington 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.
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Questions to Ask a Bloomington Technician
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair Kenmore dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Bloomington, IL
Is my Kenmore dishwasher worth repairing?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Bloomington technician bring the right parts.