Kenmore owners in Sioux 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.
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.
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Sioux City
Our data shows 10 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Sioux City. 5 of them are based in Sioux City itself, and the rest are spread across Yankton (2), Le Mars (1), and Wayne (1). Distances run up to about 59 miles. Kollman Appliance is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Sioux City. None of the companies within 60 miles mention Kenmore by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. Across 9 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Sioux City is inside its regular service area.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 10 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 2.5, 3.7 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
Closest matches for Sioux City: Sears Appliance Repair (4.0 miles away, 4.7 stars from 119 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A&J Sales & Service (3.7 miles away, 4.1 stars from 474 reviews); Kollman Appliance (1.2 miles away, 4.2 stars from 43 reviews, lists Saturday hours); J. Young Appliance (2.5 miles away, 5.0 stars from 23 reviews).
Kenmore Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Sioux City
Keeping a Kenmore Dishwasher Running
- 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
- 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:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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?
When an aging dishwasher no longer has manufacturer coverage and needs frequent or major repairs, start planning for a replacement. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
What Sioux City Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Sioux 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.
Questions to Ask a Sioux City Technician
- 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 is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Sioux City, IA
Do you work for Kenmore?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore dishwasher?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Related Repair Pages for Sioux City
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair in Nearby Cities
Also Serving Towns Around Sioux City
Kenmore dishwasher repair for Sergeant Bluff is handled by the same companies listed for Sioux City. Each town also has its own dishwasher repair page with the nearest companies:
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Kenmore dishwasher's label, usually on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.