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. 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 Pontiac work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Dishwasher Technicians, Pontiac MI
Within 30 miles of Pontiac there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Pontiac itself, and the rest are spread across Waterford Township (6), Madison Heights (4), and Rochester (3). Distances run up to about 15 miles. The closest is Mortech Appliance Repair, about 1.2 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Pontiac mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Pontiac. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 29 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 2.2, 2.9 |
At the top of the Pontiac list: Authorized Factory Service (2.2 miles away, based in Auburn Hills, 4.9 stars from 203 reviews); Appliance Surgeons (7.9 miles away, based in Waterford Township, 4.9 stars from 431 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (7.5 miles away, based in Waterford Township, 4.8 stars from 123 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Moonglow Appliance Repair (10.0 miles away, based in Commerce Township, 4.6 stars from 329 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- An error code on the display
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
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
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
- 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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Dishwasher Call
- How old the dishwasher is
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
Local Notes for Pontiac
Most dishwasher calls in Pontiac 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.
Questions to Ask a Pontiac Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Pontiac, MI
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore dishwashers?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Do you work for Kenmore?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Pontiac technician bring the right parts.