A Kenmore dishwasher shares most of its basic parts with other dishwashers, but its filter design, drying system, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. Below are independent repair companies serving Passaic, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Independent listings only: Dishwasher Repairs is not affiliated with or endorsed by Kenmore. If your dishwasher is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Kenmore directly.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Passaic work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Passaic
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Passaic. 6 list an address in Passaic, and the rest are spread across Clifton (17), Paterson (3), and Lyndhurst (3). The closest is Sam The Man Repairs LLC, about 0.2 miles away. None of the repair companies near Passaic name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 37 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 0.2, 0.6 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
First up for Passaic: Sam The Man Repairs LLC (0.2 miles away, 5.0 stars from 753 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Green Light Appliance LLC (1.2 miles away, based in Wallington, 5.0 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.3 miles away, 4.5 stars from 145 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GalaMixx (1.4 miles away, based in Clifton, 5.0 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
Signs Your Kenmore Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Passaic
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
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
A Kenmore dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 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
- How old the dishwasher is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
Local Notes for Passaic
Most dishwasher calls in Passaic 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.
Before You Book in Passaic
- How often do you repair Kenmore dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Passaic, NJ
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
Do you work for Kenmore?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore dishwashers?
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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.