Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs in Manhattan involve the same few systems: the filter and drain, the water supply, the door latch, the heat and the controls. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Manhattan work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Dishwashers Near Manhattan
40 repair companies serve Manhattan from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include New York (35), North Bergen (3), and Long Island City (1). The closest is All Appliance Repair NY, about 0.4 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Manhattan mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 24 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Manhattan. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 0.5, 0.6 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
First up for Manhattan: ExpertFix (2.1 miles away, based in Astoria, 5.0 stars from 294 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Range Appliance Repair (1.2 miles away, based in New York, 4.9 stars from 71 reviews, lists Saturday hours); TopUnitService (1.3 miles away, based in New York, 5.0 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SCREW'S HVAC & Appliance Repair Company in NYC (1.1 miles away, based in New York, 5.0 stars from 125 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
What Gets Fixed on a Manhattan Dishwasher Call
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
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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 Manhattan
New York City Department of Environmental Protection (Catskill/Delaware and Croton supplies), which supplies Manhattan, reports hardness of 16-90 mg/L as CaCO3, averaging 25 mg/L (about 1 grain per gallon; soft). Hard water leaves spots and film on glasses and builds up on dishwasher spray arms and inlet screens, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: New York City Drinking Water Supply and Quality Report 2024
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.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Manhattan
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair Kenmore dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Manhattan, NY
Which Manhattan technicians work on Kenmore?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
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Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Manhattan
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.