Kenmore owners in Urbana usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Urbana, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Kenmore appliances were sold through Sears for decades, so many owners look for Sears dishwasher repair. The companies here are independent technicians who work on Kenmore and Kenmore Elite dishwashers; they are not Sears.
Who Works on Kenmore Dishwashers Near Urbana
Our data shows 12 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Urbana. 1 of them are based in Urbana itself, and the rest are spread across Champaign (6), Rantoul (2), and Savoy (1). Nearest on the list: A to Z Appliance Repair, around 0.2 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Urbana mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 8 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
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| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 12 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 10 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 2.4, 2.6 |
First up for Urbana: Purcell Appliance Center (13.5 miles away, based in Rantoul, 4.9 stars from 282 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Champaign (6.4 miles away, based in Champaign, 4.6 stars from 766 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dick Van Dyke Appliance World (2.8 miles away, based in Champaign, 4.5 stars from 1,233 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Frazier's Appliance Repair, Inc. (12.0 miles away, based in Mahomet, 4.9 stars from 36 reviews).
Kenmore Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Urbana
Keeping a Kenmore Dishwasher Running
- Clean stainless exteriors with a damp sponge and a little dish soap, wiping with the grain and using stainless cleaner sparingly. 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
Budgeting for a Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
When an aging dishwasher no longer has manufacturer coverage and needs frequent or major repairs, start planning for a replacement. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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
- 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)
Dishwasher Notes for Urbana, IL
Most dishwasher calls in Urbana 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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Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Urbana
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- How often do you repair Kenmore dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Urbana, IL
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Why are my dishes still wet?
What should I do about a Kenmore 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 Urbana technician bring the right parts.