Kenmore owners in Franklin usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Franklin work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Dishwasher Technicians, Franklin MA
Within 30 miles of Franklin there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Franklin, and the rest are spread across Framingham (7), Pawtucket (7), and Bellingham (4). The farthest listed company is about 15 miles out. The closest is Franklin Appliance Repair, about 1.0 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Franklin mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 28 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 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 3.3, 5.0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
At the top of the Franklin list: Manny's Appliances (13.1 miles away, based in Framingham, 4.9 stars from 250 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Techs, LLC (11.0 miles away, based in Ashland, 4.9 stars from 131 reviews); Wickford Appliance - Outlet Store (11.5 miles away, based in Cumberland, 4.9 stars from 769 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bellingham Electric (6.1 miles away, based in Bellingham, 4.9 stars from 770 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
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?
- 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?
- 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?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- How old the dishwasher is
- 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
Around Franklin
Most dishwasher calls in Franklin 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.
Massachusetts does not issue a separate appliance repair license; running fuel gas piping to appliances and installing their vent piping is gas fitting work that requires a license from the Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters. Source: Plumbers and gas fitters consumer fact sheet (Mass.gov)
In Massachusetts, you can check a license with the Massachusetts Division of Occupational Licensure eLIPSE license verification portal or report a problem to the Massachusetts Attorney General's Office, Consumer Advocacy and Response Division.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Franklin
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- 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?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Franklin, MA
Is this Kenmore customer service?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore dishwasher?
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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.