If your Kenmore dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Lake Oswego, 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.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Lake Oswego work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Dishwasher Technicians, Lake Oswego OR
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Lake Oswego. 5 list an address in Lake Oswego, and other nearby bases include Portland (11), Tigard (6), and Milwaukie (4). No company within 90 miles of Lake Oswego 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: Pinnacle Appliance Solutions, around 1.2 miles out. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lake Oswego. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 1.3, 1.7 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
Closest matches for Lake Oswego: Mr. Appliance of Portland (2.5 miles away, based in Portland, 4.8 stars from 691 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ProSolution Appliance Repair (4.8 miles away, based in Portland, 4.6 stars from 356 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Clackamas (7.1 miles away, based in Clackamas, 4.9 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Home-Serv Appliance Repair (5.1 miles away, based in Portland, 5.0 stars from 331 reviews).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Owner Care for Kenmore 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
Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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 repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 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?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- 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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
Around Lake Oswego
Most dishwasher calls in Lake Oswego 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 Lake Oswego
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Lake Oswego, OR
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore dishwasher?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
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Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Lake Oswego
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.