Kenmore owners in Fair Lawn usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Fair Lawn list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
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 Fair Lawn work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Dishwashers Near Fair Lawn
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Fair Lawn. 3 list an address in Fair Lawn, and the rest are spread across Paramus (7), Clifton (7), and Paterson (6). Distances run up to about 5 miles. No company within 90 miles of Fair Lawn mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Sureline Appliance Repair Crew is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from Fair Lawn. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 33 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.5, 0.8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 37 |
First up for Fair Lawn: DISCOUNT APPLIANCE WAREHOUSE (2.9 miles away, based in Paramus, 4.9 stars from 534 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Bergen County (3.1 miles away, based in Ridgewood, 4.6 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Jl Tech Service LLC (2.7 miles away, based in Paterson, 5.0 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.2 miles away, based in Passaic, 4.5 stars from 145 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Fair Lawn Dishwasher Call
Keeping a Kenmore Dishwasher Running
- 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
Budgeting for a Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- 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?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
Local Notes for Fair Lawn
Most dishwasher calls in Fair Lawn 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.
New Jersey has no license specific to appliance repair; plumbing work is reserved to state-licensed master plumbers, and gas piping work on the customer side of the meter falls under HVACR contractor licensing, both overseen by boards in the Division of Consumer Affairs. Source: NJ Division of Consumer Affairs: State Board of Examiners of Master Plumbers rule notice
In New Jersey, you can check a license with the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs License Verification System or report a problem to the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Fair Lawn
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- How often do you repair Kenmore dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Fair Lawn, NJ
Why are my dishes still wet?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore dishwasher?
Which Fair Lawn technicians work on Kenmore?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Fair Lawn technician bring the right parts.