Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs in Port Orchard involve the same few systems: the filter and drain, the water supply, the door latch, the heat and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Port Orchard, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Independent listings only: Dishwasher Repairs is not affiliated with or endorsed by Kenmore. If your dishwasher is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Kenmore directly.
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, Port Orchard WA
40 repair companies serve Port Orchard from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Seattle (16), Bremerton (9), and Bainbridge Island (7). Distances run up to about 17 miles. No company within 30 miles of Port Orchard names Kenmore in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Nearest on the list: Birch Solidcrest Alliance, around 2.8 miles out. Across 26 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Port Orchard. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 47 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.8, 3.6, 3.9 |
First up for Port Orchard: Appliance Fix Experts (15.7 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.8 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Pro Repairs (16.2 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.6 stars from 660 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Roman’s Appliance Repair Pro (15.6 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.9 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); American Appliance Repair Seattle (16.0 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.7 stars from 50 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
Signs Your Kenmore Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
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
What Kenmore Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$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?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit 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
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- How old the dishwasher is
Local Notes for Port Orchard
Most dishwasher calls in Port Orchard 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 Port Orchard Technician
- How often do you repair Kenmore dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- 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?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Port Orchard, WA
Is this Kenmore customer service?
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Which Port Orchard technicians work on Kenmore?
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Nearby Towns Served From Port Orchard
Kenmore dishwasher repair for East Port Orchard, Parkwood, and Manchester is handled by the same companies listed for Port Orchard. Each town also has its own dishwasher repair page with the nearest companies:
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.