If your Kenmore dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore dishwashers and other brands.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Columbus work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Dishwashers Near Columbus
We found 26 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Columbus. 2 list an address in Columbus, and other nearby bases include Lincoln (12), Fremont (5), and Norfolk (3). The farthest listed company is about 59 miles out. The closest is Don's Appliance Services, about 0.6 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Columbus mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 22 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Columbus is inside its regular service area.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 2.0, 38.9 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 26 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 20 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
The leading options for Columbus are Andy's Appliance Repair (55.7 miles away, based in Lincoln, 4.8 stars from 1,140 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Service Guard (2.0 miles away, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Don's Appliance Services (0.6 miles away, 3.0 stars from 1 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Scratch and Dent Appliances Of Fremont (45.5 miles away, based in Fremont, 4.8 stars from 50 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
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Columbus
Owner Care for Kenmore 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
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 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?
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
- 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
Local Notes for Columbus
Most dishwasher calls in Columbus 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.
Nebraska does not license appliance repair technicians at the state level; contractors working on other people's property register with the Department of Labor, and trade licenses such as plumbing are handled by cities and villages. Source: Nebraska Department of Labor: Who Needs to Register
In Nebraska, you can check a license with the Nebraska Department of Labor contractor registration (Search Registered Contractors and Subcontractors) or report a problem to the Nebraska Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Columbus Technician
- How often do you repair Kenmore dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Columbus, NE
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Columbus
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair in Nearby Cities
Nearby Towns Served From Columbus
Kenmore dishwasher repair for Schuyler is handled by the same companies listed for Columbus. Each town also has its own dishwasher repair page with the nearest companies:
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.