If your Kenmore dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Sterling Heights, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Independent listings only: Dishwasher Repairs is not affiliated with or endorsed by Kenmore. If your dishwasher is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Kenmore directly.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Sterling Heights work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Dishwashers Near Sterling Heights
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Sterling Heights. 2 list an address in Sterling Heights, and the rest are spread across Clinton Township (6), Warren (5), and Madison Heights (4). Distances run up to about 10 miles. The closest is Macomb Appliance Repair, about 3.1 miles away. None of the repair companies near Sterling Heights name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.1, 3.4, 3.5 |
At the top of the Sterling Heights list: Sargent Appliance (7.0 miles away, based in Clinton Township, 4.8 stars from 690 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ace Appliance (9.4 miles away, based in Detroit, 4.3 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sargent Appliance (6.5 miles away, based in Macomb, 4.8 stars from 1,520 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Detroit Appliance (5.5 miles away, based in Fraser, 4.8 stars from 1,139 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
Signs Your Kenmore Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Sterling Heights
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its 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
- 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
What Kenmore Dishwasher Repairs Cost
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?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- How old the dishwasher is
Around Sterling Heights
Most dishwasher calls in Sterling Heights 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 Sterling Heights Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Sterling Heights, MI
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore dishwashers?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore dishwasher?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
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The technicians listed for Sterling Heights also cover smaller towns nearby, including Utica. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Kenmore dishwasher repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Sterling Heights technician bring the right parts.