Kenmore owners in St. Helens usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The St. Helens list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near St. Helens work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near St. Helens
Within 30 miles of St. Helens there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Vancouver (27), Ridgefield (4), and Battle Ground (4). Distances run up to about 19 miles. Nearest on the list: Stan's Refrigeration & Air Conditioning, INC, around 1.0 miles out. None of the repair companies near St. Helens name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Across 25 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 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.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 4.4, 4.4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
First up for St. Helens: EasyFix - Appliance Repair Service (5.0 miles away, based in Ridgefield, 4.8 stars from 311 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Master Appliance Repair (13.8 miles away, based in Vancouver, 5.0 stars from 207 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Service HVAC & Appliance Repair (13.3 miles away, based in Vancouver, 4.9 stars from 137 reviews, lists Saturday hours); C D Commercial Dishwashers (12.6 miles away, based in Vancouver, 3.9 stars from 29 reviews).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Detergent left in the dispenser after 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
- 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
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$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?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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.
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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
Around St. Helens
Most dishwasher calls in St. Helens 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 St. Helens
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: St. Helens, OR
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Nearby Towns Served From St. Helens
The technicians listed for St. Helens also cover smaller towns nearby, including Woodland and Scappoose. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Kenmore dishwasher repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
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.