Kenmore owners in Franklin usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Franklin, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Kenmore appliances were sold through Sears for decades, so many owners look for Sears dishwasher repair. The companies here are independent technicians who work on Kenmore and Kenmore Elite dishwashers; they are not Sears.
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Franklin
40 repair companies serve Franklin from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Franklin itself, and the rest are spread across Dayton (16), Cincinnati (6), and Beavercreek (3). The farthest listed company is about 24 miles out. RR Appliances LLC is the nearest, roughly 2.0 miles from Franklin. No company within 90 miles of Franklin mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.0 stars across 36 businesses.
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| Companies within 30 miles | 51 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 32 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.0, 4.4, 6.0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
The leading options for Franklin are Mr. Appliance of Cincinnati (20.2 miles away, based in Blue Ash, 4.8 stars from 1,559 reviews, lists Saturday hours); RR Appliances LLC (2.0 miles away, based in Carlisle, 4.9 stars from 46 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pate Appliance Service (18.0 miles away, based in Hamilton, 4.6 stars from 245 reviews, lists Saturday hours); City Wide Appliances & More LLc (16.0 miles away, based in Dayton, 4.7 stars from 553 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- An error code on the display
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Franklin
Owner Care for Kenmore Dishwashers
- 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
- 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
A Kenmore dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- How old the dishwasher is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
What Franklin Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Franklin 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.
Questions to Ask a Franklin Technician
- 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?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Franklin, OH
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The technicians listed for Franklin also cover smaller towns nearby, including Carlisle. 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 Franklin technician bring the right parts.