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.
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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 East Renton Highlands
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of East Renton Highlands. Other nearby bases include Renton (12), Kent (10), and Issaquah (6). No company within 90 miles of East Renton Highlands mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Alpha Renton Appliance Repair, about 2.6 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 33 businesses.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 33 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.6, 3.6, 3.7 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
The leading options for East Renton Highlands are Expert Appliance Repair (8.3 miles away, based in Seattle, 5.0 stars from 1,139 reviews); Appliance Repairman LLC (9.0 miles away, based in Kent, 5.0 stars from 257 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Rob's Appliance Service, llc (3.6 miles away, based in Renton, 4.7 stars from 143 reviews); Up-liance Appliance Repair (6.2 miles away, based in Issaquah, 5.0 stars from 308 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
What Gets Fixed on a East Renton Highlands Dishwasher Call
Owner Care for Kenmore 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
What Kenmore Dishwasher Repairs Cost
A Kenmore dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- 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?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. 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
- How old the dishwasher is
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
Dishwasher Notes for East Renton Highlands, WA
Most dishwasher calls in East Renton Highlands 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 East Renton Highlands
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: East Renton Highlands, WA
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Why won't my dishwasher dry?
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
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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.