Kenmore owners in Celina usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Celina, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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 Celina work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Dishwashers Near Celina
40 repair companies serve Celina from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Fort Wayne (20), Lima (4), and Wapakoneta (2). None of the companies within 60 miles mention Kenmore by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. Nearest on the list: Moran Refrigeration Inc., around 9.2 miles out. The 40 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Celina is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Mention Kenmore | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 9.2, 17.2, 18.8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 33 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
The leading options for Celina are Moran Refrigeration Inc. (9.2 miles away, based in St Marys, 4.4 stars from 50 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Authorized Service (32.8 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.8 stars from 1,908 reviews); Miller's Corral Inc (18.8 miles away, based in Wapakoneta, 4.7 stars from 47 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A-1 Appliance Repair (26.8 miles away, based in Lima, 4.7 stars from 63 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Owner Care for Kenmore 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
- 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
Budgeting for a Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 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?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Dishwasher Call
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
Local Notes for Celina
Most dishwasher calls in Celina 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.
Ohio has no state license for appliance repair; the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses commercial contractors in plumbing, hydronics, refrigeration, HVAC and electrical, and residential contractor work is generally overseen locally. Source: Ohio Department of Commerce: OCILB Contractor Complaint Form
In Ohio, you can check a license with the Ohio Department of Commerce OCILB Company Licensee Lookup or report a problem to the Ohio Attorney General, Consumer Protection Section.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Celina
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Celina, OH
Is my Kenmore dishwasher worth repairing?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
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Kenmore Dishwasher Repair in Nearby Cities
Nearby Towns Served From Celina
Live outside Celina? The same Kenmore dishwasher repair technicians serve St. Marys and New Bremen. See each town's own dishwasher repair listings below.
Clean the filter, check the drain hose under the sink and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Kenmore repair.