Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs in Poughkeepsie 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.
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 Poughkeepsie work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Dishwasher Technicians, Poughkeepsie NY
Our data shows 35 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Poughkeepsie. 1 list an address in Poughkeepsie, and other nearby bases include New Windsor (6), Mahopac (3), and Middletown (3). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.6 miles away. None of the repair companies near Poughkeepsie name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
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.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 35 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 23 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.6, 7.6, 8.9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
At the top of the Poughkeepsie list: GM Appliance Repair (16.9 miles away, based in New Windsor, 5.0 stars from 476 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Earl B. Feiden Appliance (16.9 miles away, based in Kingston, 4.8 stars from 1,231 reviews, lists Saturday hours); General George Appliance Repair (29.5 miles away, based in Goshen, 5.0 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Second2None Services (17.4 miles away, based in Holmes, 4.9 stars from 92 reviews).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
Signs Your Kenmore Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- An error code on the display
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Poughkeepsie
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
What Kenmore Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 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?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
When an aging dishwasher no longer has manufacturer coverage and needs frequent or major repairs, start planning for a replacement. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- How old the dishwasher is
Dishwasher Notes for Poughkeepsie, NY
Poughkeepsies' Water Treatment Facility (owned and operated by the City and Town of Poughkeepsie), which supplies Poughkeepsie, reports hardness of 74.5 mg/L average (about 4.4 grains per gallon; range 57-120 mg/L) — moderately hard. 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: Dutchess County: 2025 Annual Water Quality Report, Poughkeepsies' Water Treatment Facility
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.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Poughkeepsie
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Poughkeepsie, NY
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Is my Kenmore dishwasher worth repairing?
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Also Serving Towns Around Poughkeepsie
The technicians listed for Poughkeepsie also cover smaller towns nearby, including Fairview, Highland, Wappingers Falls, and Myers Corner. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Kenmore dishwasher repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Poughkeepsie technician bring the right parts.