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. The Bend list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
Independent listings only: Dishwasher Repairs is not affiliated with or endorsed by Kenmore. If your dishwasher is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Kenmore directly.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Bend work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Dishwashers Near Bend
Within 30 miles of Bend there are 12 appliance repair companies in our data. 8 list an address in Bend, and other nearby bases include Redmond (2) and Prineville (2). Distances run up to about 29 miles. Mitchell's Appliance Repair Experts is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from Bend. No company within 30 miles of Bend names Kenmore in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 11 businesses.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 6 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.4, 1.0 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 12 |
First up for Bend: Crystal Appliance Repair (2.2 miles away, 5.0 stars from 77 reviews, lists Saturday hours); CORTech Services LLC. (1.3 miles away, 4.6 stars from 297 reviews); Polished Appliance Repair - Serving Central Oregon, Medford, and Eugene (17.6 miles away, based in Redmond, 4.5 stars from 261 reviews); Pinewood Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, 4.2 stars from 29 reviews).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- An error code on the display
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Bend
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its 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
- 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
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- 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?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor repair: $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?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- How old the dishwasher is
Dishwasher Notes for Bend, OR
Most dishwasher calls in Bend 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.
Oregon has no license issued specifically for appliance repair that we could confirm, but anyone installing or servicing liquefied petroleum (LP) gas appliances needs an LP gas fitter license from the Oregon State Fire Marshal. Source: Liquefied Petroleum Gas licensing (Oregon State Fire Marshal)
In Oregon, you can check a license with the Oregon Construction Contractors Board Contractor/License Search or report a problem to the Oregon Department of Justice, Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Bend
- 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: Bend, OR
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Live outside Bend? The same Kenmore dishwasher repair technicians serve Deschutes River Woods. 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 Bend technician bring the right parts.