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. Below are independent repair companies serving Reading, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Independent listings only: Dishwasher Repairs is not affiliated with or endorsed by Kenmore. If your dishwasher is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Kenmore directly.
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, Reading PA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Reading. 7 of them are based in Reading itself, and other nearby bases include Pottstown (5), Allentown (3), and Schwenksville (2). Nearest on the list: Electric Repair Co, around 0.4 miles out. None of the repair companies near Reading name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
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.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 48 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 1.2, 2.0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 28 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 2 |
At the top of the Reading list: Gerhard's Appliance (25.1 miles away, based in Phoenixville, 4.9 stars from 426 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Advanced Comfort Specialists (4.2 miles away, 4.9 stars from 345 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Electric Repair Co (0.4 miles away, 4.9 stars from 45 reviews); Borden Appliance Repair Services, LLC (20.9 miles away, based in Schwenksville, 4.9 stars from 756 reviews).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- An error code on the display
What Gets Fixed on a Reading 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
A Kenmore dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- How old the dishwasher is
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
What Reading Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Reading 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 Reading Technician
- 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?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Reading, PA
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore dishwasher?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Which Reading technicians work on Kenmore?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
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Live outside Reading? The same Kenmore dishwasher repair technicians serve Birdsboro. 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.