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 Hood River, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
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.
Who Works on Kenmore Dishwashers Near Hood River
Within 60 miles of Hood River there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Hood River itself, and the rest are spread across Vancouver (10), Gresham (5), and Camas (4). Distances run up to about 50 miles. 1 lists Kenmore specifically. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 0.9 miles away. The 30 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Hood River is inside its regular service area.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
| Mention Kenmore | 1 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 16.4, 18.4 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
The leading options for Hood River are Sears Appliance Repair (0.9 miles away, 4.3 stars from 34 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (16.4 miles away, based in The Dalles, 4.7 stars from 15 reviews, lists Saturday hours); 5 Star In Home Services (47.1 miles away, based in Vancouver, 5.0 stars from 1,466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pacific Appliance Solutions (46.2 miles away, based in Camas, 4.9 stars from 574 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Hood River
Keeping a Kenmore Dishwasher Running
- 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
- 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
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
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
- 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 Hood River, OR
Most dishwasher calls in Hood River 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 Hood River
- How often do you repair Kenmore dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Hood River, OR
Why does my dishwasher smell?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
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Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Hood River
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.