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 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, Pasco WA
We found 17 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Pasco. 4 of them are based in Pasco itself, and other nearby bases include Kennewick (3), Walla Walla (3), and Richland (2). Distances run up to about 59 miles. VSG Appliances is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from Pasco. Of those, 1 mentions Kenmore by name. Across 17 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. Pasco is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 1.3, 2.3 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 17 |
| Mention Kenmore | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 10 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
The leading options for Pasco are VSG Appliances (1.0 miles away, 4.9 stars from 158 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Smart Appliance Repair (7.6 miles away, based in Richland, 4.8 stars from 104 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Kurios Repair (3.7 miles away, based in Kennewick, 4.6 stars from 78 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Columbia Appliance (25.1 miles away, based in Umatilla, 4.9 stars from 423 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- 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
- 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:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- How old the dishwasher is
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
Local Notes for Pasco
Most dishwasher calls in Pasco 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 Pasco
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Pasco, WA
Do you work for Kenmore?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
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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.