If your Kenmore dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The Cresson 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 Cresson work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Dishwashers Near Cresson
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Cresson. The rest are spread across Altoona (4), Johnstown (3), and Duncansville (2). No company within 90 miles of Cresson 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: Frank Mincin's Appliance Repair, around 7.3 miles out. The 39 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Cresson is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 31 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 45 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 7.3, 8.4, 9.2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
The leading options for Cresson are Martin Appliance (14.8 miles away, based in Altoona, 4.9 stars from 727 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Schafer's Appliance Repair (10.6 miles away, based in Ebensburg, 4.8 stars from 22 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (9.2 miles away, based in Altoona, 4.2 stars from 40 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.3 miles away, based in Johnstown, 4.2 stars from 55 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Cresson Dishwasher Call
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
Budgeting for a Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- How old the dishwasher is
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
Around Cresson
Most dishwasher calls in Cresson 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.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Cresson
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Cresson, PA
Why does my Kenmore dishwasher show an error code?
Do you work for Kenmore?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore dishwasher?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
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Kenmore Dishwasher Repair for Towns Near Cresson
The technicians listed for Cresson also cover smaller towns nearby, including Portage and Northern Cambria. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Kenmore dishwasher repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Cresson technician bring the right parts.