A Kenmore dishwasher shares most of its basic parts with other dishwashers, but its filter design, drying system, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. The Cottage Lake list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
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 Cottage Lake
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Cottage Lake. The rest are spread across Redmond (16), Kirkland (10), and Bothell (6). Rapid Woodinville Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Cottage Lake. None of the repair companies near Cottage Lake name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The 30 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Cottage Lake. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 0.8, 2.8 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
Closest matches for Cottage Lake: GreenFix Appliance Repair LLC (4.5 miles away, based in Redmond, 5.0 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sub-Zero Viking Repair (4.3 miles away, based in Woodinville, 4.7 stars from 129 reviews, lists Saturday hours); FixLine Appliance Repair (5.5 miles away, based in Redmond, 4.9 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fixme Appliance Repair Kirkland (6.2 miles away, based in Kirkland, 5.0 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- An error code on the display
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- 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
- 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
A Kenmore dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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
- How old the dishwasher is
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
Dishwasher Notes for Cottage Lake, WA
Most dishwasher calls in Cottage Lake 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.
Questions to Ask a Cottage Lake Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Cottage Lake, WA
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore dishwashers?
Is my Kenmore dishwasher worth repairing?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
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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.