Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs in Sturgis involve the same few systems: the filter and drain, the water supply, the door latch, the heat and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Sturgis, 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 Sturgis
We found 16 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Sturgis. 1 of them are based in Sturgis itself, and the rest are spread across Elkhart (3), Goshen (2), and Kendallville (2). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. Nearest on the list: TC Appliance, around 0.2 miles out. 1 of them mentions Kenmore in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 15 businesses.
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| Mention Kenmore | 1 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 16 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 10.4, 13.7 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 8 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
First up for Sturgis: TC Appliance (0.2 miles away, 4.7 stars from 152 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (24.8 miles away, based in Coldwater, 4.1 stars from 61 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SCG Appliances (17.9 miles away, based in Middlebury, 4.6 stars from 54 reviews, lists Saturday hours); JCT Appliances (13.7 miles away, based in Three Rivers, 4.0 stars from 27 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Keeping a Kenmore Dishwasher Running
- 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
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- 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
- How old the dishwasher is
Local Notes for Sturgis
Most dishwasher calls in Sturgis 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 Sturgis
- 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: Sturgis, MI
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Why won't my dishwasher dry?
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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.