A Kenmore dishwasher shares most of its basic parts with other dishwashers, but its filter design, drying system, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. Below are independent repair companies serving Freeport, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore dishwashers and other brands.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Freeport work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Dishwashers Near Freeport
16 repair companies serve Freeport from within 30 miles. 6 of them are based in Freeport itself, and the rest are spread across Rockford (7), Stockton (1), and Winnebago (1). Dr Don's Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from Freeport. None of the repair companies near Freeport name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Across 15 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 0.8, 0.8 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 10 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 16 |
Closest matches for Freeport: A B Appliance Services & Repair (0.8 miles away, 4.7 stars from 55 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Senneff Appliance Services (2.3 miles away, 4.8 stars from 26 reviews); Brian Heiler Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, 4.0 stars from 14 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A B Enterprises (0.9 miles away, 5.0 stars from 4 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Freeport
Keeping a Kenmore Dishwasher Running
- 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
- 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
A Kenmore dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- 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?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- How old the dishwasher is
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
What Freeport Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Freeport 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 Freeport
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Freeport, IL
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Why does my Kenmore dishwasher show an error code?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore dishwashers?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Freeport technician bring the right parts.