If your Kenmore dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The Bainbridge Island 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 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 Bainbridge Island
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Bainbridge Island. 7 list an address in Bainbridge Island, and other nearby bases include Seattle (18), Bremerton (9), and Silverdale (5). None of the repair companies near Bainbridge Island name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Strongfix Appliance Repair Pros is the nearest, roughly 1.5 miles from Bainbridge Island. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Bainbridge Island. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.5, 2.2, 2.4 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 49 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
First up for Bainbridge Island: 98 Refrigeration Appliance Repair (10.3 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.9 stars from 764 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Puget Sound Appliance Tech (10.2 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.9 stars from 57 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Pro Repairs (10.2 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.6 stars from 660 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Smila appliance repair (10.2 miles away, based in Seattle, 5.0 stars from 22 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Bainbridge Island
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
Budgeting for a Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 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?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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
- 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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
Local Notes for Bainbridge Island
Most dishwasher calls in Bainbridge Island 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.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Bainbridge Island
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Bainbridge Island, WA
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore dishwashers?
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Clean the filter, check the drain hose under the sink and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Kenmore repair.