If your Kenmore dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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 Hamtramck
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Hamtramck. Other nearby bases include Detroit (16), Warren (5), and Madison Heights (4). The farthest listed company is about 11 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Hamtramck mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Premier Appliance Repair Experts is the nearest, roughly 1.9 miles from Hamtramck. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
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.
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 2 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 2.1, 2.2 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
First up for Hamtramck: Ace Appliance (5.2 miles away, based in Detroit, 4.3 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Conner's Repair (6.3 miles away, based in Madison Heights, 4.7 stars from 227 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Detroit Appliance (10.5 miles away, based in Fraser, 4.8 stars from 1,139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SAVE ON APPLIANCE STORE & APPLIANCE REPAIR (9.5 miles away, based in Detroit, 5.0 stars from 101 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- An error code on the display
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Owner Care for Kenmore Dishwashers
- 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
- 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
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:
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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 gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
Local Notes for Hamtramck
Most dishwasher calls in Hamtramck 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.
Michigan's licensing lists no separate appliance repair license; gas, heating and refrigeration service work is licensed by work classification under the state mechanical contractor license. Source: LARA: Mechanical Examination, Licensing/Registration & Application Information
In Michigan, you can check a license with the LARA Find / Verify a BCC Licensed Professional or Business or report a problem to the Michigan Department of Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Hamtramck
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- How often do you repair Kenmore dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Hamtramck, MI
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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.