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. Below are independent repair companies serving Fairmont, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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 Fairmont work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Dishwasher Technicians, Fairmont MN
We found 21 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Fairmont. 1 of them are based in Fairmont itself, and the rest are spread across Mankato (5), New Ulm (3), and Algona (2). Distances run up to about 56 miles. No company within 90 miles of Fairmont mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Fairmont. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 19 businesses. Fairmont is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Fairmont. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 21 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 12 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 25.2, 34.3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
At the top of the Fairmont list: Sears Appliance Repair (0.8 miles away, 4.7 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Steve's Zenith Sales & Services (25.2 miles away, based in Estherville, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews); Quality Appliance & Television (43.5 miles away, based in Mankato, 4.7 stars from 142 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Degrood's Appliance (44.8 miles away, based in Mankato, 4.7 stars from 251 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
Signs Your Kenmore Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
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
- 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
What Kenmore Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- 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?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- 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
- How old the dishwasher is
Around Fairmont
Most dishwasher calls in Fairmont 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.
Questions to Ask a Fairmont Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Fairmont, MN
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Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Fairmont
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.