Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs in Kankakee involve the same few systems: the filter and drain, the water supply, the door latch, the heat and the controls. 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 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 Kankakee
17 repair companies serve Kankakee from within 30 miles. 2 of them are based in Kankakee itself, and the rest are spread across Steger (2), Frankfort (2), and Mokena (2). No company within 90 miles of Kankakee mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Regie's Appliance Repair, about 1.4 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 14 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.
| Companies within 30 miles | 17 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 2.0, 2.9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 10 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
At the top of the Kankakee list: Solutions Used Appliances (2.0 miles away, 4.6 stars from 66 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Regie's Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, 4.0 stars from 20 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Berkley Appliance Inc (21.2 miles away, based in Beecher, 4.9 stars from 38 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, based in Bourbonnais, 4.6 stars from 170 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
Signs Your Kenmore Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- An error code on the display
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Owner Care for Kenmore 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
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?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. 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
- How old the dishwasher is
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
Around Kankakee
Most dishwasher calls in Kankakee 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.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Kankakee
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Kankakee, IL
Why are my dishes still wet?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
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Clean the filter, check the drain hose under the sink and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Kenmore repair.