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.
Independent listings only: Dishwasher Repairs is not affiliated with or endorsed by Kenmore. If your dishwasher is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Kenmore directly.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Mountlake Terrace work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Mountlake Terrace
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Mountlake Terrace. 4 list an address in Mountlake Terrace, and other nearby bases include Bothell (8), Lynnwood (7), and Edmonds (5). Nearest on the list: A-Service: Heating, Cooling & Appliance Repair, around 0.7 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Mountlake Terrace mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Mountlake Terrace. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 0.8, 1.0 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
First up for Mountlake Terrace: 98 Refrigeration Appliance Repair (6.3 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.9 stars from 764 reviews, lists Saturday hours); HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Bothell (2.7 miles away, based in Bothell, 4.9 stars from 1,493 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A-Service: Heating, Cooling & Appliance Repair (0.7 miles away, 4.9 stars from 627 reviews, lists Saturday hours); 1 CALL REFRIGERATION & APPLIANCE REPAIR LLC (5.0 miles away, based in Lynnwood, 4.9 stars from 215 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- An error code on the display
What Gets Fixed on a Mountlake Terrace Dishwasher Call
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
- 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
Budgeting for a Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Dishwasher Call
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- How old the dishwasher is
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
What Mountlake Terrace Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Mountlake Terrace 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 Mountlake Terrace
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Mountlake Terrace, WA
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Which Mountlake Terrace technicians work on Kenmore?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
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Kenmore Dishwasher Repair in Nearby Cities
Nearby Towns Served From Mountlake Terrace
Live outside Mountlake Terrace? The same Kenmore dishwasher repair technicians serve Brier. See each town's own dishwasher repair listings below.
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.