Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs in Traverse City involve the same few systems: the filter and drain, the water supply, the door latch, the heat and the controls. The Traverse City list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
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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.
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Traverse City
Within 60 miles of Traverse City there are 16 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 of them are based in Traverse City itself, and other nearby bases include Grayling (2), Houghton Lake (2), and Mayfield (1). Of those, 1 mentions Kenmore by name. The closest is Max's Service, about 1.1 miles away. Across 16 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Traverse City is inside its regular service area.
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| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 16 |
| Mention Kenmore | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 10 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 1.4, 1.8 |
Closest matches for Traverse City: Max's Service (1.1 miles away, 4.4 stars from 246 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Adaptive Appliances (1.8 miles away, 4.9 stars from 222 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Northern Appliance Repair (24.8 miles away, based in Bellaire, 5.0 stars from 102 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Jack's Appliance Service (9.7 miles away, based in Mayfield, 5.0 stars from 14 reviews).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Traverse City
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
- 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
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:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- How old the dishwasher is
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
What Traverse City Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Traverse City 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.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Traverse City
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Traverse City, MI
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
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Also Serving Towns Around Traverse City
Kenmore dishwasher repair for Gaylord and Petoskey is handled by the same companies listed for Traverse City. Each town also has its own dishwasher repair page with the nearest companies:
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Traverse City technician bring the right parts.