Kenmore owners in Brainerd 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.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Brainerd work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Dishwashers Near Brainerd
Within 60 miles of Brainerd there are 18 appliance repair companies in our data. 5 list an address in Brainerd, and the rest are spread across St Cloud (6), Sauk Rapids (2), and Baxter (1). Distances run up to about 59 miles. Nearest on the list: Batteries Plus Phone Repair, around 0.3 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Brainerd mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 18 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars. Brainerd is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 10 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 18 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.4, 2.7 |
Closest matches for Brainerd: Schroeder's Home Center (4.2 miles away, 4.9 stars from 754 reviews, lists Saturday hours); 218 Mechanical LLC (3.4 miles away, 5.0 stars from 33 reviews); Batteries Plus Phone Repair (0.3 miles away, 4.5 stars from 33 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Kern's Appliance Repair (2.7 miles away, 4.6 stars from 55 reviews).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- An error code on the display
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Brainerd
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
- 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
Budgeting for a Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 per visit 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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
Dishwasher Notes for Brainerd, MN
Most dishwasher calls in Brainerd 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.
Minnesota has no state license for mechanical contractors or their workers; businesses contracting for gas, heating, cooling or refrigeration work file a mechanical contractor bond with the Department of Labor and Industry, and some cities require their own licenses or competency cards. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
In Minnesota, you can check a license with the DLI License and Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Minnesota Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Brainerd
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Brainerd, MN
Why does my Kenmore dishwasher show an error code?
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Is my Kenmore dishwasher worth repairing?
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Also Serving Towns Around Brainerd
The technicians listed for Brainerd also cover smaller towns nearby, including Baxter. 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.