Kenmore owners in Carpentersville 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.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore dishwashers and other brands.
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 Carpentersville
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Carpentersville. 3 list an address in Carpentersville, and the rest are spread across Elgin (11), Lake in the Hills (6), and Crystal Lake (3). Distances run up to about 11 miles. No company within 90 miles of Carpentersville mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Fox Valley Appliance Services & Washer is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Carpentersville. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 37 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.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 2 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 1.5, 1.5 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
First up for Carpentersville: Top Appliance Repair Dundee (1.6 miles away, based in West Dundee, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews); Appliance Marshall Repair (6.5 miles away, based in Cary, 4.9 stars from 1,008 reviews); Top Tier Appliance Repair (4.6 miles away, based in Elgin, 4.9 stars from 283 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ABESCO Inc (8.7 miles away, based in Hoffman Estates, 5.0 stars from 85 reviews).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
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
- Switch between cycles such as Pots & Pans and Normal instead of using one cycle every time, to limit hard-water buildup on spray arms and jets. 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:
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Dishwasher Call
- How old the dishwasher is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
What Carpentersville Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Carpentersville 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.
In Illinois, you can check a license with the Illinois Department of Public Health Plumber License Search or report a problem to the Illinois Attorney General Consumer Fraud Bureau.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Carpentersville
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair Kenmore dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Carpentersville, IL
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore dishwashers?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
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Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Carpentersville
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair for Towns Near Carpentersville
Live outside Carpentersville? The same Kenmore dishwasher repair technicians serve West Dundee and Gilberts. See each town's own dishwasher repair listings below.
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Carpentersville technician bring the right parts.