Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs in Evanston involve the same few systems: the filter and drain, the water supply, the door latch, the heat and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Evanston, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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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.
Who Works on Kenmore Dishwashers Near Evanston
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Evanston. 10 of them are based in Evanston itself, and the rest are spread across Skokie (8), Chicago (8), and Lincolnwood (3). Distances run up to about 6 miles. No company within 90 miles of Evanston mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Golas Appliance Services, about 0.5 miles away. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
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| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 24 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.5, 0.7 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 52 |
First up for Evanston: Appliance Repair Stars (4.0 miles away, based in Chicago, 5.0 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ivan Appliance & Refrigeration Repair (1.5 miles away, 5.0 stars from 56 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, based in Glenview, 4.8 stars from 855 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sure Appliance Repair (0.7 miles away, 5.0 stars from 157 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its 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
- 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
Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$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?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit 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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Dishwasher Call
- 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 Evanston
Most dishwasher calls in Evanston 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.
Questions to Ask a Evanston Technician
- How often do you repair Kenmore dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Evanston, IL
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Why are my dishes still wet?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Evanston technician bring the right parts.