Kenmore owners in Pendleton usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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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.
Who Works on Kenmore Dishwashers Near Pendleton
Within 60 miles of Pendleton there are 17 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Pasco (4), Walla Walla (3), and Kennewick (3). No company within 90 miles of Pendleton 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: Bob's Appliance Sales & Service, around 27.5 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 17 businesses. Pendleton is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Pendleton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Listing Saturday hours | 8 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 27.5, 30.1, 34.8 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 17 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
The leading options for Pendleton are Columbia Appliance (30.1 miles away, based in Umatilla, 4.9 stars from 423 reviews, lists Saturday hours); VSG Appliances (41.6 miles away, based in Pasco, 4.9 stars from 158 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Valley Blue Appliance Repair (41.0 miles away, based in Walla Walla, 5.0 stars from 21 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Kurios Repair (40.2 miles away, based in Kennewick, 4.6 stars from 78 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- An error code on the display
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Pendleton Dishwasher Call
Keeping a Kenmore Dishwasher Running
- 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
- 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
Budgeting for a Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. 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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Dishwasher Call
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- How old the dishwasher is
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
Dishwasher Notes for Pendleton, OR
Most dishwasher calls in Pendleton 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.
Questions to Ask a Pendleton Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Pendleton, OR
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Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Pendleton
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Pendleton technician bring the right parts.