If your Kenmore dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The Kenmore 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.
Kenmore dishwashers were made for Sears by several manufacturers over the years, so the model number matters more than the badge. Independent technicians can look up the parts from it.
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Kenmore
Within 30 miles of Kenmore there are 29 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Buffalo (8), Williamsville (3), and Niagara Falls (3). Distances run up to about 24 miles. The closest is Boriso, about 2.7 miles away. 1 of them mentions Kenmore in their listing or website. Across 25 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Kenmore. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention Kenmore | 1 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 19 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 29 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.7, 2.7, 2.9 |
Closest matches for Kenmore: Orville's Home Appliances (3.1 miles away, based in Eggertsville, 4.7 stars from 2,722 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Register Appliance Service (8.0 miles away, based in Williamsville, 4.9 stars from 607 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Solution (5.5 miles away, based in North Tonawanda, 4.8 stars from 147 reviews); MASTER APPLIANCE REPAIR ~ FREE service call (12.1 miles away, based in Lancaster, 5.0 stars from 1,154 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
Signs Your Kenmore Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Owner Care for Kenmore 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
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?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$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?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. 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
- How old the dishwasher is
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
Dishwasher Notes for Kenmore, NY
Most dishwasher calls in Kenmore 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 York State has no appliance repair license; home improvement contractor licensing is set locally, required in New York City and in Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, Putnam and Rockland counties. Source: NY Attorney General: Contractor tip card
In New York, you can report a problem to the New York State Office of the Attorney General, Bureau of Consumer Frauds and Protection.
Questions to Ask a Kenmore Technician
- 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?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Kenmore, NY
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Do you work for Kenmore?
How do I get rid of a dishwasher odor?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Kenmore technician bring the right parts.