If your Kenmore dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The Independence list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
Independent listings only: Dishwasher Repairs is not affiliated with or endorsed by Kenmore. If your dishwasher is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Kenmore directly.
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.
Independent Kenmore Dishwasher Technicians, Independence MO
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Independence. 6 list an address in Independence, and the rest are spread across Kansas City (18), Lee's Summit (6), and Overland Park (4). The farthest listed company is about 21 miles out. Nearest on the list: Appliance Pros of Kansas City, around 2.6 miles out. No company within 30 miles of Independence names Kenmore in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Independence. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 33 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 53 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.6, 3.4, 3.5 |
At the top of the Independence list: A.B. May Heating, A/C, Plumbing & Electrical (8.9 miles away, based in Kansas City, 4.8 stars from 19,657 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Fix in Walmart Lee's Summit (10.8 miles away, based in Lee's Summit, 4.9 stars from 1,307 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Arrowhead Appliance Repair (3.9 miles away, 4.8 stars from 234 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Eve Services (15.3 miles away, based in Riverside, 4.9 stars from 2,100 reviews).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
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
Budgeting for a Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
A Kenmore dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 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?
- 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- 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
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
Around Independence
Most dishwasher calls in Independence 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.
In Missouri, you can report a problem to the Missouri Attorney General's Office, Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Independence
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair Kenmore dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Independence, MO
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore dishwashers?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
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Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Independence
Clean the filter, check the drain hose under the sink and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Kenmore repair.