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. Below are independent repair companies serving Westerville, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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 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.
Independent Kenmore Dishwasher Technicians, Westerville OH
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Westerville. 3 list an address in Westerville, and the rest are spread across Columbus (26), Upper Arlington (2), and Dublin (2). Distances run up to about 13 miles. None of the repair companies near Westerville name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Your Town Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from Westerville. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Westerville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 1.3, 2.9 |
Closest matches for Westerville: Blue Dragon Appliance Repair (3.7 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.8 stars from 506 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dor-Mar Columbus Heating And Air (11.9 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.8 stars from 592 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Man Columbus LLC (1.3 miles away, 4.5 stars from 1,212 reviews); YA Services Heating, Cooling, Appliance and Plumbing (4.5 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.9 stars from 976 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
What Gets Fixed on a Westerville 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
- 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
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- 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?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$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?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- How old the dishwasher is
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
What Westerville Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Westerville 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 Westerville
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Westerville, OH
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Why does my Kenmore dishwasher show an error code?
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
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Live outside Westerville? The same Kenmore dishwasher repair technicians serve Sunbury. See each town's own dishwasher repair listings below.
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Kenmore dishwasher's label, usually on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.