Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs in Austin involve the same few systems: the filter and drain, the water supply, the door latch, the heat and the controls. The Austin list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
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.
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Austin
Within 30 miles of Austin there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 40 of them are based in Austin itself. The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. None of the repair companies near Austin name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The closest is Cloudridge Appliance Repair Austin, about 0.7 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 34 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Austin. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 1.3, 1.5 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
First up for Austin: All Austin Repairs (1.5 miles away, 4.9 stars from 269 reviews, lists Saturday hours); VZ Tech PRO Appliance repair & Handyman services (3.4 miles away, 5.0 stars from 190 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ABA Appliance Repair, Inc. (3.6 miles away, 4.4 stars from 543 reviews); Summit Home & Appliance (1.8 miles away, 5.0 stars from 27 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
Signs Your Kenmore Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Keeping a Kenmore Dishwasher Running
- 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
What Kenmore Dishwasher Repairs Cost
A Kenmore dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit 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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Dishwasher Call
- How old the dishwasher is
- 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
Dishwasher Notes for Austin, TX
Austin Water (City of Austin), which supplies Austin, reports hardness of about 94-107 mg/L total hardness as CaCO3 at the utility's tap sampling sites (quarterly summary). 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: City of Austin Water Quality Summary, 2nd Quarter 2023
Texas has no separate appliance repair license; under the Plumbing License Law, appliance dealers and their employees may install and service appliances (other than water heaters) without a plumbing license when hooking up to existing openings with a code-approved appliance connector, while other gas or water piping work generally requires a plumbing license. Source: Plumbing License Law, Tex. Occ. Code ch. 1301, ยง1301.053 (Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners)
In Texas, you can check a license with the Texas plumbing Public License Search or report a problem to the Texas Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Austin Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair Kenmore dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Austin, TX
Which Austin technicians work on Kenmore?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore dishwasher?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Why are my dishes still wet?
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Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Austin
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.