If your Kenmore dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Independent listings only: Dishwasher Repairs is not affiliated with or endorsed by Kenmore. If your dishwasher is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Kenmore directly.
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.
Who Works on Kenmore Dishwashers Near Columbus
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Columbus. 32 list an address in Columbus, and the rest are spread across Upper Arlington (2), Bexley (1), and Whitehall (1). The farthest listed company is about 9 miles out. The closest is Appliance Lab, about 0.6 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Columbus mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 1.0, 1.0 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 58 |
Closest matches for Columbus: Economic Appliance Service (7.1 miles away, 4.8 stars from 1,841 reviews); Dor-Mar Columbus Heating And Air (1.8 miles away, 4.8 stars from 592 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Blue Dragon Appliance Repair (7.4 miles away, 4.8 stars from 506 reviews, lists Saturday hours); YA Services Heating, Cooling, Appliance and Plumbing (5.8 miles away, 4.9 stars from 976 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
What Gets Fixed on a Columbus Dishwasher Call
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
Budgeting for a Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
A Kenmore dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 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?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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?
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
- 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
Around Columbus
City of Columbus Department of Public Utilities, Division of Water, which supplies Columbus, reports hardness of about 120 ppm (roughly 7 grains per gallon); 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: Water Hardness - City of Columbus, Ohio
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.
Questions to Ask a Columbus Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Columbus, OH
Do you work for Kenmore?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
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Nearby Towns Served From Columbus
Live outside Columbus? The same Kenmore dishwasher repair technicians serve Grandview Heights. See each town's own dishwasher repair listings below.
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Columbus technician bring the right parts.