KitchenAid owners in Franklin 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 KitchenAid and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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Independent KitchenAid Dishwasher Technicians, Franklin KY
We found 34 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Franklin. 1 list an address in Franklin, and the rest are spread across Gallatin (10), Bowling Green (6), and Hendersonville (6). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. No company within 30 miles of Franklin names KitchenAid in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Nearest on the list: Steve's Electric Service & Appliance Repair, around 1.3 miles out. Across 26 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 13 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.3, 8.4, 9.3 |
| Mention KitchenAid | 0 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 34 |
The leading options for Franklin are Sears Appliance Repair (65.7 miles away, based in Madisonville, 4.4 stars from 67 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Steve's Electric Service & Appliance Repair (1.3 miles away, 4.8 stars from 18 reviews); The Fix in Walmart Hendersonville (27.4 miles away, based in Hendersonville, 5.0 stars from 577 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Robert's Appliance Repair (9.3 miles away, based in Portland, 4.7 stars from 161 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
KitchenAid Dishwasher Lines and Features
What Makes KitchenAid Dishwasher Repairs Different
Most KitchenAid dishwashers use a two-part manual filter (an upper assembly and a lower filter) that must be removed and rinsed by hand, while select models with the Advanced Clean Water Wash System use a maintenance-free microfiltration setup with a cup that catches hard objects. Source: KitchenAid - How to Clean a Dishwasher Filter
Common KitchenAid Dishwasher Problems
- Dishwasher not drying. Confirm a heated or fan dry option is selected, especially on quick cycles, and that rinse aid is filled. Source: KitchenAid - Dishwasher Not Drying
- Dishwasher not draining after installation. On a new install, check that the disposer knockout plug is out, the disposer is clear, and the drain hose has a high loop or air gap with no pinches or sharp bends. Source: KitchenAid - Newly Installed Dishwasher Not Draining
What KitchenAid Dishwasher Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| F7E2 | Wash motor error: power cycle the unit and schedule service if it returns. Source: KitchenAid - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
| F8E4 | Water detected in the drip tray: empty the tray, confirm the float switch is connected and look for leaking water connections. Source: KitchenAid - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
| F6E1 | User interface or main control communication error: power cycle the unit and schedule service if it returns. Source: KitchenAid - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
Signs Your KitchenAid Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Franklin
Keeping a KitchenAid Dishwasher Running
- Make sure water reaches the dishwasher at about 120°F so detergent dissolves properly. Source: KitchenAid - Dishwasher Troubleshooting Guide
- Run an affresh dishwasher cleaner tablet roughly every 30 washes to control limescale and mineral buildup. Source: KitchenAid - Dishwasher Troubleshooting Guide
KitchenAid Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Most KitchenAid dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 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
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
Local Notes for Franklin
Most dishwasher calls in Franklin 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.
Kentucky has no license category for appliance repair as such; the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction licenses trades such as HVAC (whose scope covers installing and repairing heating, burner and cooling systems), plumbing and electrical. Source: KRS 198B.650 Definitions (Kentucky Legislative Research Commission)
In Kentucky, you can check a license with the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction License Search and Verification or report a problem to the Kentucky Attorney General, Office of Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Franklin Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
KitchenAid Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Franklin, KY
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your KitchenAid dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Franklin technician bring the right parts.