Kenmore owners in Renton usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
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.
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Renton
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Renton. 12 list an address in Renton, and other nearby bases include Kent (10), Seattle (6), and Tukwila (3). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. Nearest on the list: Tim's DCS Repair, around 0.6 miles out. None of the repair companies near Renton name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The 30 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 0.7, 1.1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 30 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Renton list: Expert Appliance Repair (3.4 miles away, based in Seattle, 5.0 stars from 1,139 reviews); Rob's Appliance Service, llc (1.5 miles away, 4.7 stars from 143 reviews); Troubleshooters Appliance Repair (4.8 miles away, based in Newcastle, 4.9 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Kent Appliance Mending (4.3 miles away, based in Kent, 4.8 stars from 84 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code on the display
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Owner Care for Kenmore Dishwashers
- 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
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. 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
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- How old the dishwasher is
Local Notes for Renton
City of Renton Water Utility, which supplies Renton, reports hardness of varies by source: downtown wells about 44 mg/L (slightly hard), Maplewood about 69 mg/L (moderately hard), Springbrook Springs about 125 mg/L (hard); some water is also bought from Seattle Public Utilities. Hard water leaves spots and film on glasses and builds up on dishwasher spray arms and inlet screens, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: City of Renton - Water Quality Report
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 Renton
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Renton, WA
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Why does my Kenmore dishwasher show an error code?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Renton
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Renton
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Renton technician bring the right parts.