If your Kenmore dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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.
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Aberdeen
We found 7 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Aberdeen. The rest are spread across Lacey (3), Shelton (1), and Centralia (1). SOUTH SOUND APPLIANCE is the nearest, roughly 36.6 miles from Aberdeen. Of those, 1 mentions Kenmore by name. Across 7 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Aberdeen is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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) | 36.6, 44.7, 44.9 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 1 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 7 |
First up for Aberdeen: Sears Appliance Repair (44.9 miles away, based in Chehalis, 4.4 stars from 134 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SOUTH SOUND APPLIANCE (36.6 miles away, based in Shelton, 4.2 stars from 83 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (46.1 miles away, based in Lacey, 4.4 stars from 262 reviews, lists Saturday hours); TitanTech Appliance (44.7 miles away, based in Centralia, 4.8 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
What Gets Fixed on a Aberdeen Dishwasher Call
Owner Care for Kenmore Dishwashers
- 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
- 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
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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?
- 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?
- 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- 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
Around Aberdeen
Most dishwasher calls in Aberdeen 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.
Washington's Department of Labor & Industries issues an appliance repair (07D) specialty electrician certificate that covers like-for-like repair and replacement of self-contained appliances such as ovens on an unchanged circuit, but excludes branch-circuit wiring and plumbing work. Source: WAC 296-46B-920, Electrical/telecommunications license/certificate types and scope of work
In Washington, you can check a license with the L&I Verify a Contractor, Tradesperson or Business or report a problem to the Washington State Office of the Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Aberdeen
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Aberdeen, WA
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Why does my Kenmore dishwasher show an error code?
Is my Kenmore dishwasher worth repairing?
Do you work for Kenmore?
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Also Serving Towns Around Aberdeen
The technicians listed for Aberdeen also cover smaller towns nearby, including Hoquiam, Montesano, and Ocean Shores. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Kenmore dishwasher repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
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.