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.
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 Sherwood
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Sherwood. 3 of them are based in Sherwood itself, and the rest are spread across Beaverton (9), Tigard (6), and Portland (6). Distances run up to about 11 miles. None of the repair companies near Sherwood name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Nearest on the list: Appliance Wizard, around 0.2 miles out. The 25 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 0.5, 1.0 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 37 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
At the top of the Sherwood list: Mr. Appliance of Portland (6.6 miles away, based in Portland, 4.8 stars from 691 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A&P Appliance Parts and Service (9.0 miles away, based in Beaverton, 4.7 stars from 257 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sharper Service Solutions (1.0 miles away, 4.1 stars from 2,234 reviews); Hydra Appliance Repair (10.6 miles away, based in Portland, 4.7 stars from 231 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
Signs Your Kenmore Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its 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
- 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
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?
- 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?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
When an aging dishwasher no longer has manufacturer coverage and needs frequent or major repairs, start planning for a replacement. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
Around Sherwood
Most dishwasher calls in Sherwood 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 Sherwood Technician
- 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: Sherwood, OR
How do I get rid of a dishwasher odor?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore dishwasher?
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Clean the filter, check the drain hose under the sink and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Kenmore repair.