A Kenmore dishwasher shares most of its basic parts with other dishwashers, but its filter design, drying system, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. 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.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Altoona work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Altoona
We found 33 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Altoona. 4 of them are based in Altoona itself, and the rest are spread across Johnstown (3), Duncansville (2), and State College (2). The farthest listed company is about 57 miles out. Darren's Appliance Services is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from Altoona. No company within 90 miles of Altoona mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Altoona is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 33 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.6, 2.7 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 19 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
At the top of the Altoona list: Martin Appliance (5.1 miles away, 4.9 stars from 727 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.7 miles away, 4.2 stars from 40 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Gene Doran Appliance Repair (0.6 miles away, 3.0 stars from 4 reviews); Schafer's Appliance Repair (20.7 miles away, based in Ebensburg, 4.8 stars from 22 reviews).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Altoona
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:
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$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
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
What Altoona Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Altoona 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.
Pennsylvania has no statewide license for appliance repair or for most construction trades; contractors doing home improvement work must register with the Attorney General, and some municipalities license trades such as plumbing. Source: Contractor Licensing (Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry)
In Pennsylvania, you can check a license with the PA Office of Attorney General Home Improvement Contractor Registration Search or report a problem to the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General.
Questions to Ask a Altoona Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair Kenmore dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Altoona, PA
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
How do I get rid of a dishwasher odor?
Is my Kenmore dishwasher worth repairing?
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Kenmore Dishwasher Repair for Towns Near Altoona
Live outside Altoona? The same Kenmore dishwasher repair technicians serve Hollidaysburg, Roaring Spring, and Tyrone. See each town's own dishwasher repair listings below.
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.