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. The Elizabethton list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore dishwashers and other brands.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Elizabethton work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Dishwasher Technicians, Elizabethton TN
Within 30 miles of Elizabethton there are 18 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Elizabethton itself, and other nearby bases include Johnson City (4), Bristol (3), and Kingsport (3). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. 1 lists Kenmore specifically. The closest is Brad's fireside repairs, about 4.3 miles away. Across 18 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Mention Kenmore | 1 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.3, 5.6, 7.8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 18 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
First up for Elizabethton: Sears Appliance Repair (21.0 miles away, based in Kingsport, 4.5 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours); American Appliance Inc (13.8 miles away, based in Bristol, 4.5 stars from 184 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (7.8 miles away, based in Johnson City, 4.4 stars from 277 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of the Tri-Cities (14.1 miles away, based in Gray, 4.5 stars from 1,004 reviews).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- An error code on the display
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Owner Care for Kenmore 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
- 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
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- 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
Local Notes for Elizabethton
Most dishwasher calls in Elizabethton 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.
Tennessee's Board for Licensing Contractors does not list an appliance repair license among the licenses it issues (general contractor, home improvement, limited licensed electrician and limited licensed plumber). Source: TN Board for Licensing Contractors
In Tennessee, you can check a license with the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance: Verify a License or report a problem to the Tennessee Division of Consumer Affairs (Office of the Attorney General).
Questions to Ask a Elizabethton Technician
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- How often do you repair Kenmore dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Elizabethton, TN
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Why does my Kenmore dishwasher show an error code?
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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.