If your Kenmore dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The Bluffton 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 Bluffton work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Bluffton
Our data shows 26 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Bluffton. The rest are spread across Fort Wayne (21), Craigville (1), and Decatur (1). The farthest listed company is about 28 miles out. Nearest on the list: Hunt's Appliance Services & Parts, around 5.0 miles out. Of those, 1 mentions Kenmore by name. Across 25 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Bluffton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 12 |
| Mention Kenmore | 1 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 26 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 5.0, 16.4, 19.0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
First up for Bluffton: Sears Appliance Repair (28.2 miles away, based in Gas City, 4.4 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Elwood's Appliance Inc (19.2 miles away, based in Fort Wayne, 4.6 stars from 134 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Burns Appliance Repair (26.4 miles away, based in Fort Wayne, 5.0 stars from 135 reviews, lists Saturday hours); MASCo. - Major Appliance Service Co. (16.4 miles away, based in Decatur, 5.0 stars from 61 reviews).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Bluffton
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
- 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
What Kenmore Dishwasher Repairs Cost
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?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit 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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Dishwasher Call
- 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
- How old the dishwasher is
Local Notes for Bluffton
Most dishwasher calls in Bluffton 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 Indiana, you can check a license with the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency License Verification or report a problem to the Indiana Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Bluffton
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Bluffton, IN
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore dishwashers?
Do you work for Kenmore?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Bluffton technician bring the right parts.