Kenmore owners in Salem usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Salem list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore dishwashers and other brands.
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.
Independent Kenmore Dishwasher Technicians, Salem OH
21 repair companies serve Salem from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Youngstown (6), Alliance (2), and New Castle (2). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. Quality Appliance is the nearest, roughly 8.0 miles from Salem. No company within 90 miles of Salem mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 17 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 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) | 11 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 21 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 8.0, 11.8, 12.2 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
First up for Salem: Sam's Appliance Repair (13.1 miles away, based in Alliance, 4.9 stars from 1,515 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Grove Appliance Furniture & Mattress, Alliance (13.1 miles away, based in Alliance, 4.9 stars from 1,823 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Myers Appliance, Service and Sales Inc. (28.6 miles away, based in Ravenna, 4.8 stars from 973 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Youngstown (11.8 miles away, based in Youngstown, 4.6 stars from 235 reviews).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
Signs Your Kenmore Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Owner Care for Kenmore Dishwashers
- 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
- 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
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:
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit 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
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- 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
Around Salem
Most dishwasher calls in Salem 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.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Salem
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Salem, OH
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Kenmore Dishwasher Repair for Towns Near Salem
Kenmore dishwasher repair for Columbiana and Lisbon is handled by the same companies listed for Salem. Each town also has its own dishwasher repair page with the nearest companies:
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Salem technician bring the right parts.