Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs in Cape Girardeau 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.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore dishwashers and other brands.
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.
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Cape Girardeau
We found 24 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Cape Girardeau. 1 list an address in Cape Girardeau, and other nearby bases include Paducah (7), Marion (2), and Jackson (1). The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 0.4 miles away. Of those, 1 mentions Kenmore by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 23 businesses. Cape Girardeau is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Cape Girardeau. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Companies within 60 miles | 24 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 14 |
| Mention Kenmore | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 9.7, 20.7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 2 |
At the top of the Cape Girardeau list: Mid America Services (34.7 miles away, based in Carbondale, 4.3 stars from 155 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (34.0 miles away, based in Perryville, 4.6 stars from 132 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (0.4 miles away, 4.5 stars from 146 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Radiance Appliance Repair Miner (29.2 miles away, based in Miner, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
Signs Your Kenmore Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Owner Care for Kenmore 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:
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
- 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
- How old the dishwasher is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
What Cape Girardeau Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Cape Girardeau 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.
In Missouri, you can report a problem to the Missouri Attorney General's Office, Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Cape Girardeau
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Cape Girardeau, MO
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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.