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 St. Cloud, 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.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near St. Cloud work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Dishwashers Near St. Cloud
We found 15 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of St. Cloud. The rest are spread across St Cloud (6), Sauk Rapids (2), and Kimball (1). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. Nearest on the list: Omega Force Appliance Repair, around 0.3 miles out. None of the companies within 30 miles mention Kenmore by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. Across 15 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from St. Cloud. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 8 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 1.3, 1.5 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 15 |
First up for St. Cloud: M & H Appliance and Home Furnishings (1.5 miles away, based in St Cloud, 4.8 stars from 1,054 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Omega Force Appliance Repair (0.3 miles away, based in St Cloud, 4.8 stars from 199 reviews, lists Saturday hours); General Repair LLC (1.3 miles away, based in St Cloud, 4.8 stars from 90 reviews); Kc Bevco (5.2 miles away, based in Sauk Rapids, 5.0 stars from 6 reviews).
Kenmore Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
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
- 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
Budgeting for a Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$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?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
When an aging dishwasher no longer has manufacturer coverage and needs frequent or major repairs, start planning for a replacement. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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
- 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
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
Around St. Cloud
Most dishwasher calls in St. Cloud 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.
Before You Book in St. Cloud
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair Kenmore dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: St. Cloud, MN
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Kenmore Dishwasher Repair for Towns Near St. Cloud
Kenmore dishwasher repair for Waite Park is handled by the same companies listed for St. Cloud. Each town also has its own dishwasher repair page with the nearest companies:
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a St. Cloud technician bring the right parts.