If your Kenmore dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The Portland list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
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Kenmore dishwashers were made for Sears by several manufacturers over the years, so the model number matters more than the badge. Independent technicians can look up the parts from it.
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Portland
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Portland. 1 list an address in Portland, and other nearby bases include Gallatin (10), Hendersonville (6), and Springfield (4). The farthest listed company is about 28 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Portland mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Robert's Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.1 miles from Portland. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 25 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.1, 9.2, 14.8 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 55 |
The leading options for Portland are The Fix in Walmart Hendersonville (18.8 miles away, based in Hendersonville, 5.0 stars from 577 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Robert's Appliance Repair (0.1 miles away, 4.7 stars from 161 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Steve's Electric Service & Appliance Repair (9.2 miles away, based in Franklin, 4.8 stars from 18 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Hendersonville - Mt. Juliet (20.9 miles away, based in Hendersonville, 4.9 stars from 616 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Portland Dishwasher Call
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
- 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
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
What Portland Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Portland 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 Portland Technician
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Portland, TN
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Portland technician bring the right parts.