If your Kenmore dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The Glen Ellyn 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.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Glen Ellyn work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Dishwashers Near Glen Ellyn
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Glen Ellyn. 2 of them are based in Glen Ellyn itself, and other nearby bases include Wheaton (5), Lombard (4), and Glendale Heights (4). The closest is Premier Glen Ellyn Appliance Repair, about 0.5 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Glen Ellyn mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Glen Ellyn. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.6, 1.3 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 34 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
First up for Glen Ellyn: VESTA APPLIANCE REPAIR (0.6 miles away, 4.9 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SIGNATURE APPLIANCE REPAIR (4.4 miles away, based in Oakbrook Terrace, 4.9 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Blue Sky Appliance Service (4.6 miles away, based in Addison, 4.9 stars from 145 reviews); Express Appliances Repair Services (4.6 miles away, based in Villa Park, 5.0 stars from 65 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
Signs Your Kenmore Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
What Gets Fixed on a Glen Ellyn Dishwasher Call
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
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
Dishwasher Notes for Glen Ellyn, IL
Most dishwasher calls in Glen Ellyn 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 Glen Ellyn Technician
- 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?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Glen Ellyn, IL
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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.