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.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore dishwashers and other brands.
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 Anacortes
40 repair companies serve Anacortes from within 60 miles. The rest are spread across Everett (14), Bellingham (9), and Lake Stevens (4). The farthest listed company is about 46 miles out. The closest is DeWaard & Bode, about 13.6 miles away. None of the repair companies near Anacortes name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Anacortes is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Anacortes. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 13.6, 15.9, 19.3 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 30 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
The leading options for Anacortes are DeWaard & Bode (13.6 miles away, based in Burlington, 4.6 stars from 169 reviews, lists Saturday hours); DeWaard & Bode: Outlet Store (22.7 miles away, based in Bellingham, 4.7 stars from 339 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sub Zero Appliance Repair (20.4 miles away, based in Bellingham, 4.3 stars from 90 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Expert Viking Appliance Repair (19.3 miles away, based in Bellingham, 4.3 stars from 8 reviews).
Kenmore Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
Signs Your Kenmore Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Anacortes
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
What Kenmore Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. 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
Around Anacortes
Most dishwasher calls in Anacortes 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.
Before You Book in Anacortes
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Anacortes, WA
How do I get rid of a dishwasher odor?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Why does my Kenmore dishwasher show an error code?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore dishwasher?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Anacortes technician bring the right parts.