A Kenmore dishwasher shares most of its basic parts with other dishwashers, but its filter design, drying system, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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 Sylvania work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Dishwashers Near Sylvania
We found 20 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Sylvania. 3 of them are based in Sylvania itself, and other nearby bases include Toledo (8), Monroe (3), and Swanton (1). The closest is Appliance Center, about 1.9 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Sylvania mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 18 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.
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 14 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 2.1, 3.3 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 20 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
At the top of the Sylvania list: Ace Appliance Sales & Service (7.2 miles away, based in Toledo, 4.9 stars from 4,272 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dave Smith Appliance Services LLC (4.0 miles away, based in Toledo, 4.8 stars from 1,168 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Durocher's (2.1 miles away, 4.7 stars from 223 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Center (10.1 miles away, based in Maumee, 4.5 stars from 1,424 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code on the display
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- 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
- 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
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:
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 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?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- 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
Around Sylvania
Most dishwasher calls in Sylvania 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 Sylvania
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair Kenmore dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Sylvania, OH
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Is my Kenmore dishwasher worth repairing?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore dishwashers?
Related Repair Pages for Sylvania
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Also Serving Towns Around Sylvania
Kenmore dishwasher repair for Lambertville is handled by the same companies listed for Sylvania. Each town also has its own dishwasher repair page with the nearest companies:
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.