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. 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 Oskaloosa
Within 60 miles of Oskaloosa there are 28 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Oskaloosa, and other nearby bases include Des Moines (11), Grinnell (2), and Newton (2). Distances run up to about 60 miles. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.5 miles away. None of the repair companies near Oskaloosa name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Across 26 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Oskaloosa is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Oskaloosa. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 20 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 60 miles | 28 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.5, 20.2, 31.5 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
At the top of the Oskaloosa list: Sears Appliance Repair (1.5 miles away, 4.6 stars from 54 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lyons Appliance And Repair (48.5 miles away, based in Washington, 4.0 stars from 15 reviews); Jim's Appliance Services (20.2 miles away, based in Ottumwa, 4.1 stars from 23 reviews); Budget Repair (35.4 miles away, based in Newton, 4.6 stars from 32 reviews).
Kenmore Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
Signs Your Kenmore Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
What Gets Fixed on a Oskaloosa Dishwasher Call
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- 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
- 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
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Motor repair: $200–$500 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?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
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
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- How old the dishwasher is
What Oskaloosa Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Oskaloosa 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.
Before You Book in Oskaloosa
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Oskaloosa, IA
Is my Kenmore dishwasher worth repairing?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Oskaloosa technician bring the right parts.