If your Kenmore dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The Longview list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
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.
Independent Kenmore Dishwasher Technicians, Longview WA
40 repair companies serve Longview from within 60 miles. 4 of them are based in Longview itself, and other nearby bases include Vancouver (22), Ridgefield (4), and Battle Ground (4). The farthest listed company is about 39 miles out. Nearest on the list: ABC Appliance Services, around 1.3 miles out. 1 lists Kenmore specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 24 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Longview is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Longview. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.3, 2.1, 2.1 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Mention Kenmore | 1 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
The leading options for Longview are Sears Appliance Repair (37.4 miles away, based in Chehalis, 4.4 stars from 134 reviews, lists Saturday hours); EasyFix - Appliance Repair Service (25.5 miles away, based in Ridgefield, 4.8 stars from 311 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Master Appliance Repair (34.1 miles away, based in Vancouver, 5.0 stars from 207 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Service HVAC & Appliance Repair (34.3 miles away, based in Vancouver, 4.9 stars from 137 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Keeping a Kenmore Dishwasher Running
- 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
- 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
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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 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?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit 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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- 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 Longview, WA
Most dishwasher calls in Longview 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 Longview Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Longview, WA
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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 Longview technician bring the right parts.