If your Kenmore dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The Dolton list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
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 dishwashers were made for Sears by several manufacturers over the years, so the model number matters more than the badge. Independent technicians can look up the parts from it.
Independent Kenmore Dishwasher Technicians, Dolton IL
Within 30 miles of Dolton there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Chicago (8), Chicago Heights (3), and South Holland (2). Nearest on the list: Riverdale Appliance Repair, around 1.9 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Dolton mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 2.1, 2.6 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 37 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
At the top of the Dolton list: Super Appliance Man (7.3 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.7 stars from 364 reviews); Calumet Heights Appliance Repair (7.2 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.7 stars from 76 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Alsip Appliance Repair (7.8 miles away, based in Alsip, 3.3 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); BlueIslandApplianceRepairServices (4.7 miles away, based in Salem, 4.9 stars from 71 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- An error code on the display
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Dolton
Owner Care for Kenmore Dishwashers
- 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
- 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:
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 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?
- 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?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 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?
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)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
Local Notes for Dolton
Most dishwasher calls in Dolton 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.
Before You Book in Dolton
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Dolton, IL
Why are my dishes still wet?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
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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.