Kenmore owners in Wilmette usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Wilmette list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore dishwashers and other brands.
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.
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Wilmette
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Wilmette. 2 of them are based in Wilmette itself, and other nearby bases include Evanston (10), Skokie (8), and Glenview (5). The closest is Kelly's Appliance Repair Services, about 1.1 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Wilmette mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
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.
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 23 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 1.2, 1.6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 50 |
Closest matches for Wilmette: UltraFix Appliance Repair (3.5 miles away, based in Glenview, 4.8 stars from 855 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ivan Appliance & Refrigeration Repair (4.2 miles away, based in Evanston, 5.0 stars from 56 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sure Appliance Repair (3.2 miles away, based in Evanston, 5.0 stars from 157 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Plus Appliance Repair Inc (3.5 miles away, based in Skokie, 4.9 stars from 418 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
Signs Your Kenmore Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- 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
- 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
Budgeting for a Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Dishwasher Call
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
Around Wilmette
Most dishwasher calls in Wilmette 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 Wilmette
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair Kenmore dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Wilmette, IL
Which Wilmette technicians work on Kenmore?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Why are my dishes still wet?
Is my Kenmore dishwasher worth repairing?
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Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Wilmette
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Wilmette technician bring the right parts.