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.
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 Knoxville work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Knoxville
We found 39 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Knoxville. 21 of them are based in Knoxville itself, and the rest are spread across Maryville (3), Lenoir City (3), and Sevierville (3). Nearest on the list: Doctor Appliance, around 1.1 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Knoxville mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 1.4, 1.5 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 39 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 20 |
The leading options for Knoxville are Appliance Repair Service,Inc (6.2 miles away, based in Powell, 4.9 stars from 494 reviews); Doctor Appliance (1.1 miles away, 4.8 stars from 314 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Knoxville (7.8 miles away, 4.6 stars from 1,973 reviews); Pipe Wrench Plumbing, Heating & Cooling (14.7 miles away, based in Maryville, 4.9 stars from 460 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
Signs Your Kenmore Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- An error code on the display
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Knoxville
Keeping a Kenmore Dishwasher Running
- 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
- 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
Budgeting for a Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 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?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. 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
- 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
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
What Knoxville Owners Should Know
Knoxville Utilities Board (KUB), which supplies Knoxville, reports hardness of averages about 94 ppm (mg/L), moderately hard. Hard water leaves spots and film on glasses and builds up on dishwasher spray arms and inlet screens, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: KUB 2025 Water Quality Report
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).
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Knoxville
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Knoxville, TN
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Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Knoxville
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.