Kenmore owners in Ephrata usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Ephrata, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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.
Independent Kenmore Dishwasher Technicians, Ephrata PA
Within 30 miles of Ephrata there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Ephrata itself, and other nearby bases include Reading (7), Lancaster (5), and Columbia (3). Distances run up to about 27 miles. None of the repair companies near Ephrata name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Mentzer Repairs is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from Ephrata. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Ephrata. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 28 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 6.8, 7.0 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 48 |
At the top of the Ephrata list: LGA Appliance & Fireplace (11.5 miles away, based in Gordonville, 4.9 stars from 590 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mentzer Repairs (0.3 miles away, 4.4 stars from 279 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Advanced Comfort Specialists (13.1 miles away, based in Reading, 4.9 stars from 345 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Toms Appliance Service (7.0 miles away, based in New Holland, 4.6 stars from 60 reviews).
Kenmore Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
Signs Your Kenmore Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Ephrata
Keeping a Kenmore Dishwasher Running
- 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
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?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Dishwasher Call
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- How old the dishwasher is
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
What Ephrata Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Ephrata 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 Ephrata Technician
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- 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?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Ephrata, PA
Do you work for Kenmore?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Which Ephrata technicians work on Kenmore?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Ephrata
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair in Nearby Cities
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair for Towns Near Ephrata
Kenmore dishwasher repair for Leola, Lititz, and New Holland is handled by the same companies listed for Ephrata. Each town also has its own dishwasher repair page with the nearest companies:
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Ephrata technician bring the right parts.