If your Kenmore dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore dishwashers and other brands.
Kenmore dishwashers were made for Sears by several manufacturers over the years, so the model number matters more than the badge. Independent technicians can look up the parts from it.
Independent Kenmore Dishwasher Technicians, La Grande OR
Within 60 miles of La Grande there are 8 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 list an address in La Grande, and other nearby bases include Walla Walla (3), Baker City (1), and Milton-Freewater (1). The farthest listed company is about 55 miles out. No company within 90 miles of La Grande mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: Arrow Associated Stores, around 0.1 miles out. The 8 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether La Grande is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from La Grande. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.1, 0.3, 0.3 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 4 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 8 |
Closest matches for La Grande: A1 Appliance./ (0.3 miles away, 4.2 stars from 35 reviews); Arrow Associated Stores (0.1 miles away, 4.3 stars from 69 reviews); Appliances and More LLC (0.3 miles away, 4.1 stars from 8 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliances and More LLC (39.8 miles away, based in Baker City, 4.6 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- An error code on the display
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in La Grande
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
- 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
A Kenmore dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$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?
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
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- How old the dishwasher is
What La Grande Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in La Grande 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.
Before You Book in La Grande
- How often do you repair Kenmore dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: La Grande, OR
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore dishwasher?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
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Nearby Towns Served From La Grande
Live outside La Grande? The same Kenmore dishwasher repair technicians serve Baker City. 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 La Grande technician bring the right parts.