Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs in Northfield involve the same few systems: the filter and drain, the water supply, the door latch, the heat and the controls. 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 Northfield
36 repair companies serve Northfield from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Burnsville (5), Bloomington (4), and Faribault (3). Distances run up to about 29 miles. Brent's Appliance Service is the nearest, roughly 11.0 miles from Northfield. No company within 90 miles of Northfield mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 11.0, 12.0, 13.0 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 24 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 36 |
First up for Northfield: Appliance Repair Pro (21.6 miles away, based in Savage, 5.0 stars from 500 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tony's Appliance (21.3 miles away, based in Burnsville, 4.9 stars from 1,214 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quality Appliance (13.0 miles away, based in Faribault, 4.9 stars from 213 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Yb Appliance Repair (28.4 miles away, based in St Paul Park, 5.0 stars from 214 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
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
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
A Kenmore dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- How old the dishwasher is
Around Northfield
Most dishwasher calls in Northfield 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.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Northfield
- 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: Northfield, MN
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore dishwasher?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Northfield technician bring the right parts.