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.
Who Works on Kenmore Dishwashers Near Garden City
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Garden City. Other nearby bases include Boise (22), Nampa (8), and Meridian (6). The farthest listed company is about 18 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Garden City mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Premier Appliance Repair Care is the nearest, roughly 1.3 miles from Garden City. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 37 businesses.
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 | 19 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 49 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.3, 1.5, 1.9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 30 |
The leading options for Garden City are Cody's Appliance Repair Eagle ID (4.3 miles away, based in Eagle, 4.9 stars from 1,470 reviews); Gem State Appliance Repair (2.4 miles away, based in Boise, 5.0 stars from 181 reviews); Quality Appliance (4.5 miles away, based in Boise, 4.8 stars from 988 reviews); Better Appliance Services (4.1 miles away, based in Boise, 5.0 stars from 413 reviews).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
Signs Your Kenmore Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Garden City Dishwasher Call
Keeping a Kenmore Dishwasher Running
- 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
- 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
Budgeting for a Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
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?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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?
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.
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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
Dishwasher Notes for Garden City, ID
Most dishwasher calls in Garden 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.
Idaho's Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses does not list appliance repair as a licensed profession; gas piping and gas appliance work falls under the state's HVAC licensing, which includes specialty licenses for those trades. Source: Is My Profession Licensed? - Idaho DOPL
In Idaho, you can check a license with the Idaho DOPL Search for a License or Registration or report a problem to the Idaho Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Garden City
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Garden City, ID
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore dishwasher?
Why are my dishes still wet?
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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.