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. 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 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.
Independent Kenmore Dishwasher Technicians, East Wenatchee WA
14 repair companies serve East Wenatchee from within 60 miles. 2 list an address in East Wenatchee, and other nearby bases include Yakima (6), Wenatchee (1), and Ellensburg (1). Distances run up to about 60 miles. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 0.5 miles away. 1 lists Kenmore specifically. Across 14 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether East Wenatchee is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 14 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 1.2, 2.8 |
| Mention Kenmore | 1 |
The leading options for East Wenatchee are Sears Appliance Repair (0.5 miles away, 4.5 stars from 134 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Guarantee Appliance (1.2 miles away, 4.6 stars from 21 reviews); Wenatchee Appliance Service (2.8 miles away, based in Wenatchee, 4.4 stars from 118 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (51.1 miles away, based in Moses Lake, 3.9 stars from 98 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in East Wenatchee
Keeping a Kenmore Dishwasher Running
- 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
- 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
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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?
When an aging dishwasher no longer has manufacturer coverage and needs frequent or major repairs, start planning for a replacement. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
What East Wenatchee Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in East Wenatchee 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 Wenatchee
- 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?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: East Wenatchee, WA
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Nearby Towns Served From East Wenatchee
Kenmore dishwasher repair for Quincy is handled by the same companies listed for East Wenatchee. Each town also has its own dishwasher repair page with the nearest companies:
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a East Wenatchee technician bring the right parts.