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. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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, Shamokin PA
Our data shows 15 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Shamokin. Other nearby bases include Sunbury (2), Mifflinburg (2), and Mt Carmel (1). Distances run up to about 29 miles. Nearest on the list: Aleman’s Appliances, around 7.5 miles out. None of the repair companies near Shamokin name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The 15 rated companies in range average 4.3 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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 11 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 7.5, 9.9, 11.9 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 15 |
First up for Shamokin: Sensenig Gas Appliance (19.9 miles away, based in Selinsgrove, 4.9 stars from 74 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A-Budget Appliance repair (12.6 miles away, based in Danville, 4.7 stars from 253 reviews); Tuson's TV & Appliances (16.5 miles away, based in Minersville, 4.9 stars from 36 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Peters A1 Appliance Services (13.4 miles away, based in Sunbury, 4.2 stars from 57 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- An error code on the display
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- 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
- 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
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
A Kenmore dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. 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
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- 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)
Local Notes for Shamokin
Most dishwasher calls in Shamokin 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 Shamokin
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair Kenmore dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Shamokin, PA
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Is my Kenmore dishwasher worth repairing?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
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Also Serving Towns Around Shamokin
The technicians listed for Shamokin also cover smaller towns nearby, including Mount Carmel. 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 Shamokin technician bring the right parts.