A Kenmore dishwasher shares most of its basic parts with other dishwashers, but its filter design, drying system, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. Below are independent repair companies serving Ottawa, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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.
Who Works on Kenmore Dishwashers Near Ottawa
Within 60 miles of Ottawa there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 of them are based in Ottawa itself, and the rest are spread across Overland Park (9), Lawrence (6), and Topeka (6). The farthest listed company is about 49 miles out. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 1.1 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Ottawa 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 4.4 stars. Ottawa is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 1.1, 1.1 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
At the top of the Ottawa list: Sears Appliance Repair (1.1 miles away, 4.6 stars from 49 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Center (1.1 miles away, 4.8 stars from 12 reviews); Tager Appliance Repair (32.5 miles away, based in Olathe, 4.9 stars from 249 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Smith Appliances Sales & Services.. (21.7 miles away, based in Paola, 4.5 stars from 64 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
Signs Your Kenmore Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- An error code on the display
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Keeping a Kenmore Dishwasher Running
- 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
- 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
A Kenmore dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 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?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. 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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- How old the dishwasher is
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 Kansas, you can report a problem to the Kansas Attorney General Public Protection Division (Consumer Protection).
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Ottawa
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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: Ottawa, KS
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
Why does my Kenmore dishwasher show an error code?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Ottawa
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Also Serving Towns Around Ottawa
Live outside Ottawa? The same Kenmore dishwasher repair technicians serve Iola. See each town's own dishwasher repair listings below.
Clean the filter, check the drain hose under the sink and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Kenmore repair.