Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs in St. Louis 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.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
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.
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near St. Louis
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of St. Louis. 27 of them are based in St. Louis itself, and the rest are spread across Granite City (2), Affton (2), and University City (1). The farthest listed company is about 11 miles out. The closest is Mid America Service Appliance Repair, about 1.0 miles away. None of the repair companies near St. Louis name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The 30 rated companies in range average 4.2 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.
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 1.3, 2.2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
First up for St. Louis: Hoffmann Brothers (5.2 miles away, based in Brentwood, 4.9 stars from 11,938 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hoffmann Brothers (11.0 miles away, 4.9 stars from 6,545 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hoffmann Brothers (1.3 miles away, 4.9 stars from 5,162 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All American Appliance and HVAC Services (5.5 miles away, 4.7 stars from 2,771 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- An error code on the display
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
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
- 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
Budgeting for a Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. 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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Dishwasher Call
- How old the dishwasher is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
Local Notes for St. Louis
City of St. Louis Water Division, which supplies St. Louis, reports hardness of total hardness averaged 152 mg/L as CaCO3 (range 103-210 mg/L) in the Water Division's 2018 water quality report (hard). Hard water leaves spots and film on glasses and builds up on dishwasher spray arms and inlet screens, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: City of St. Louis Water Division 2018 Water Quality Report
In Missouri, you can report a problem to the Missouri Attorney General's Office, Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a St. Louis Technician
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: St. Louis, MO
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Do you work for Kenmore?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore dishwasher?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
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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.