If your Kenmore dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The Le Mars list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore dishwashers and other brands.
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.
Who Works on Kenmore Dishwashers Near Le Mars
22 repair companies serve Le Mars from within 60 miles. 1 of them are based in Le Mars itself, and other nearby bases include Sioux Falls (10), Sioux City (5), and Storm Lake (2). Distances run up to about 60 miles. No company within 90 miles of Le Mars mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: ARC Appliance Repair Center, around 0.8 miles out. Across 20 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Le Mars is inside its regular service area.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 18.9, 22.1 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 22 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 11 |
At the top of the Le Mars list: Sears Appliance Repair (24.8 miles away, based in Sioux City, 4.7 stars from 119 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ARC Appliance Repair Center (0.8 miles away, 4.9 stars from 9 reviews); A&J Sales & Service (18.9 miles away, based in Sioux City, 4.1 stars from 474 reviews); Landegent's Appliance Service (28.1 miles away, based in Rock Valley, 4.8 stars from 68 reviews).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
Signs Your Kenmore Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its 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:
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. 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
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- How old the dishwasher is
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
What Le Mars Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Le Mars 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 Le Mars
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Le Mars, IA
Which Le Mars technicians work on Kenmore?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Why does my Kenmore dishwasher show an error code?
Is my Kenmore dishwasher worth repairing?
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Kenmore Dishwasher Repair for Towns Near Le Mars
The technicians listed for Le Mars also cover smaller towns nearby, including Orange City, Sioux Center, and Sheldon. 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.