If your Kenmore dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Harlingen, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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 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.
Who Works on Kenmore Dishwashers Near Harlingen
Our data shows 23 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Harlingen. 7 list an address in Harlingen, and other nearby bases include Brownsville (8), Weslaco (2), and Edinburg (2). No company within 90 miles of Harlingen mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Ezequiel's Appliance Repair & Service, about 0.2 miles away. Across 22 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.0 stars.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.5, 1.4 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 12 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 23 |
The leading options for Harlingen are My Repair Center (1.8 miles away, 4.7 stars from 1,639 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ernesto's Appliance Repair & Service (1.9 miles away, 4.8 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GARZA Appliance Service (0.5 miles away, 4.7 stars from 139 reviews); Jim's Appliance & A/C Services (7.9 miles away, based in San Benito, 4.5 stars from 76 reviews).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Harlingen
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
- 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
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?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
- 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?
When an aging dishwasher no longer has manufacturer coverage and needs frequent or major repairs, start planning for a replacement. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
Local Notes for Harlingen
Most dishwasher calls in Harlingen 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.
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.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Harlingen
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Harlingen, TX
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Other Dishwasher Repair in Harlingen
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Nearby Towns Served From Harlingen
Kenmore dishwasher repair for Primera and Rio Hondo is handled by the same companies listed for Harlingen. Each town also has its own dishwasher repair page with the nearest companies:
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Harlingen technician bring the right parts.