If your Kenmore dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The Elkhart list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
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.
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Elkhart
Within 30 miles of Elkhart there are 34 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 list an address in Elkhart, and other nearby bases include South Bend (15), Goshen (2), and Mishawaka (2). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 2.2 miles from Elkhart. None of the repair companies near Elkhart name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 33 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.
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 34 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 20 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.2, 3.0, 3.2 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
The leading options for Elkhart are Ed's Appliance Store, Inc. (3.2 miles away, 4.7 stars from 44 reviews); Bob Miller's Appliance and Mattress Showroom (15.2 miles away, based in South Bend, 4.4 stars from 247 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SCG Appliances (11.3 miles away, based in Middlebury, 4.6 stars from 54 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Pros LLC (15.4 miles away, based in South Bend, 4.5 stars from 60 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
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
Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 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?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- 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
- How old the dishwasher is
What Elkhart Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Elkhart 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.
Questions to Ask a Elkhart Technician
- How often do you repair Kenmore dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Elkhart, IN
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
Do you work for Kenmore?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Elkhart
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair in Nearby Cities
Also Serving Towns Around Elkhart
The technicians listed for Elkhart also cover smaller towns nearby, including Simonton Lake and Dunlap. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Kenmore dishwasher repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Kenmore dishwasher's label, usually on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.