Kenmore owners in North Mankato usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving North Mankato, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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 dishwashers were made for Sears by several manufacturers over the years, so the model number matters more than the badge. Independent technicians can look up the parts from it.
Independent Kenmore Dishwasher Technicians, North Mankato MN
We found 12 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of North Mankato. Other nearby bases include Mankato (5), New Ulm (3), and Waseca (2). The farthest listed company is about 27 miles out. None of the repair companies near North Mankato name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. DeGroods Appliance Parts and Service is the nearest, roughly 2.2 miles from North Mankato. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 11 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from North Mankato. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.2, 3.5, 4.0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 12 |
First up for North Mankato: Quality Appliance & Television (3.5 miles away, based in Mankato, 4.7 stars from 142 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Degrood's Appliance (4.0 miles away, based in Mankato, 4.7 stars from 251 reviews, lists Saturday hours); DeGroods Appliance Parts and Service (2.2 miles away, based in Mankato, 4.2 stars from 16 reviews); Rick's Appliance (27.1 miles away, based in Waseca, 4.7 stars from 55 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in North Mankato
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
Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- How old the dishwasher is
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
Around North Mankato
Most dishwasher calls in North Mankato 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 North Mankato Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: North Mankato, MN
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore dishwashers?
Do you work for Kenmore?
Other Dishwasher Repair in North Mankato
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near North Mankato
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.