If your Kenmore dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. 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.
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.
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Johnstown
40 repair companies serve Johnstown from within 60 miles. 3 list an address in Johnstown, and the rest are spread across Altoona (4), Duncansville (2), and Greensburg (2). The farthest listed company is about 48 miles out. The closest is R & R Appliance Parts and Repair LLC, about 1.3 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Johnstown mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 37 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Johnstown is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Johnstown. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.3, 3.6, 5.1 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
Closest matches for Johnstown: Sears Appliance Repair (5.1 miles away, 4.2 stars from 55 reviews, lists Saturday hours); R & R Appliance Parts and Repair LLC (1.3 miles away, 5.0 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Schafer's Appliance Repair (11.1 miles away, based in Ebensburg, 4.8 stars from 22 reviews); Cabin Hill Appliance & Service (33.1 miles away, based in Greensburg, 4.9 stars from 457 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
Signs Your Kenmore Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- 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
- 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:
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
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
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- How old the dishwasher is
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
Dishwasher Notes for Johnstown, PA
Most dishwasher calls in Johnstown 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.
Before You Book in Johnstown
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Johnstown, PA
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Is my Kenmore dishwasher worth repairing?
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Clean the filter, check the drain hose under the sink and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Kenmore repair.