If your Kenmore dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Ottawa, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Ottawa work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Ottawa
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Ottawa. 3 list an address in Ottawa, and other nearby bases include Aurora (10), Plainfield (8), and Joliet (4). Distances run up to about 39 miles. The closest is Tri County Repair, about 0.8 miles away. 1 of them mentions Kenmore in their listing or website. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars. Ottawa is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 1.0, 2.2 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 36 |
The leading options for Ottawa are Shanley's Television-Appliance Center (1.0 miles away, 4.4 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Leonardi Appliance (37.9 miles away, based in Aurora, 4.8 stars from 289 reviews); Tri County Repair (8.9 miles away, based in North Utica, 4.7 stars from 15 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Stan & Son Pre-Owned Appliances (2.2 miles away, 4.0 stars from 45 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
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:
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 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?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- 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
Local Notes for Ottawa
Most dishwasher calls in Ottawa 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 Ottawa
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- 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: Ottawa, IL
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Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Ottawa
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Ottawa technician bring the right parts.