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 Gladstone list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
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 Gladstone work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Gladstone
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Gladstone. 1 list an address in Gladstone, and the rest are spread across Portland (10), Oregon City (8), and Lake Oswego (5). No company within 90 miles of Gladstone mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Quality Gladstone Appliance Repair, about 0.8 miles away. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Gladstone. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 1.6, 1.7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
Closest matches for Gladstone: Mr. Appliance of Portland (8.0 miles away, based in Portland, 4.8 stars from 691 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All About Repair (5.8 miles away, based in Portland, 5.0 stars from 146 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Clackamas (2.4 miles away, based in Clackamas, 4.9 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Integrity Appliances LLC (2.5 miles away, based in Oregon City, 4.9 stars from 191 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
Signs Your Kenmore Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Gladstone Dishwasher Call
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its 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
- 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
Budgeting for a Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
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?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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?
- 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- How old the dishwasher is
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
Dishwasher Notes for Gladstone, OR
Most dishwasher calls in Gladstone 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.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Gladstone
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Gladstone, OR
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Nearby Towns Served From Gladstone
Live outside Gladstone? The same Kenmore dishwasher repair technicians serve Jennings Lodge. 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 Gladstone technician bring the right parts.