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 Houma, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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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 Houma
40 repair companies serve Houma from within 60 miles. 4 of them are based in Houma itself, and the rest are spread across Metairie (6), Harahan (4), and Kenner (4). The farthest listed company is about 43 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Houma mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: Mike's appliances, around 1.2 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 3.6 stars across 36 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Houma is inside its regular service area.
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| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 1.2, 4.8 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 26 |
Closest matches for Houma: Sears Appliance Repair (4.8 miles away, 4.4 stars from 123 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Rod's Appliances (1.2 miles away, 4.7 stars from 63 reviews); Rogers Repairs (6.4 miles away, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews); Precision Appliances LLC (16.8 miles away, based in Thibodaux, 4.7 stars from 129 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Owner Care for Kenmore Dishwashers
- 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:
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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?
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
- How old the dishwasher is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
What Houma Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Houma 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.
Louisiana does not issue a separate appliance repair license; installing, repairing, altering or removing natural gas piping and gas appliances attached to real property for the public is gas fitting work licensed by the State Plumbing Board of Louisiana. Source: La. R.S. 37:1361 (Louisiana State Legislature)
In Louisiana, you can check a license with the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors Verify License Search or report a problem to the Louisiana Attorney General, Public Protection Division, Consumer Protection Section.
Questions to Ask a Houma Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Houma, LA
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Why does my Kenmore dishwasher show an 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 Houma technician bring the right parts.