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. The University Place list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
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.
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near University Place
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of University Place. 2 list an address in University Place, and the rest are spread across Tacoma (14), Federal Way (6), and Spanaway (4). No company within 30 miles of University Place names Kenmore in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Essential University Place Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.3 miles from University Place. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 29 businesses.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 34 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.3, 2.0, 2.2 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
Closest matches for University Place: HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Tacoma (9.5 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.9 stars from 470 reviews, lists Saturday hours); InstaFix Appliance Repair (10.0 miles away, based in Federal Way, 4.7 stars from 243 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UP Appliance Repair (2.0 miles away, 4.9 stars from 320 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (41.3 miles away, based in Chehalis, 4.4 stars from 134 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- An error code on the display
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
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
What Kenmore Dishwasher Repairs Cost
A Kenmore dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- 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?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 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?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 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
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
Around University Place
Most dishwasher calls in University Place 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 University Place Technician
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: University Place, WA
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Nearby Towns Served From University Place
The technicians listed for University Place also cover smaller towns nearby, including Fircrest. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Kenmore dishwasher repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
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.