Kenmore owners in Iowa City 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.
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 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 Iowa City
Our data shows 37 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Iowa City. 3 of them are based in Iowa City itself, and other nearby bases include Cedar Rapids (18), Marion (4), and Muscatine (3). Distances run up to about 30 miles. No company within 90 miles of Iowa City mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.1 miles from Iowa City. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Iowa City. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Listing Saturday hours | 26 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 2 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 1.6, 2.6 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 37 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
At the top of the Iowa City list: Sears Appliance Repair (1.1 miles away, 4.6 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Liberty Appliance Repair Services (8.7 miles away, based in North Liberty, 5.0 stars from 4 reviews); Lampe Appliance Services (24.8 miles away, based in Cedar Rapids, 4.8 stars from 215 reviews); Harbor Appliance Repair Professionals (2.6 miles away, 5.0 stars from 4 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
Signs Your Kenmore Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Iowa City
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- 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
- 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
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
A Kenmore dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
What Iowa City Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Iowa City 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.
Iowa does not issue a general appliance repair technician license; the Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board licenses plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration and hydronic work, and state law carves out a special restricted license only for utility employees who repair appliances. Source: Iowa Code Chapter 105, Plumbers, Mechanical Professionals, and Contractors
In Iowa, you can check a license with the Iowa DIAL Find a Record or License (Plumbing & Mechanical Systems Board public search) or report a problem to the Iowa Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Iowa City
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Iowa City, IA
Do you work for Kenmore?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore dishwasher?
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Iowa City technician bring the right parts.