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. The Chester 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.
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 Chester
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Chester. 1 list an address in Chester, and the rest are spread across Media (4), Philadelphia (4), and Glenolden (3). No company within 90 miles of Chester mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Nbili Appliance Repair, about 1.7 miles away. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Chester. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.7, 3.5, 3.8 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
At the top of the Chester list: Mr. Appliance of the Delaware Valley (10.4 miles away, based in Chadds Ford, 4.6 stars from 1,953 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Gowen's Appliance Repair (4.4 miles away, based in Media, 4.9 stars from 460 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (5.1 miles away, based in Holmes, 4.5 stars from 314 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Marmer Electric Appliance Services// (5.3 miles away, based in Media, 5.0 stars from 28 reviews).
Kenmore Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Owner Care for Kenmore Dishwashers
- 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
- 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
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
A Kenmore dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 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?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- 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)
- How old the dishwasher is
Around Chester
Most dishwasher calls in Chester 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.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Chester
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Chester, PA
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore dishwasher?
Why does my Kenmore dishwasher show an error code?
Why are my dishes still wet?
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Kenmore Dishwasher Repair for Towns Near Chester
Live outside Chester? The same Kenmore dishwasher repair technicians serve Brookhaven, Woodlyn, Village Green-Green Ridge, Ridley Park, Boothwyn, and Folsom. See each town's own dishwasher repair listings below.
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Chester technician bring the right parts.