If your Kenmore dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The Bismarck list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
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.
Independent Kenmore Dishwasher Technicians, Bismarck ND
We found 10 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Bismarck. 8 list an address in Bismarck, and other nearby bases include Mandan (2). Nearest on the list: Hobart Sales & Services, around 0.7 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Bismarck mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 10 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Bismarck is inside its regular service area.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 4 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 10 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 0.8, 1.2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
At the top of the Bismarck list: BisMan Appliance Repair (1.8 miles away, 4.9 stars from 33 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (1.6 miles away, 4.6 stars from 92 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hobart Sales & Services (0.7 miles away, 5.0 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Rodgers Appliance Service (1.2 miles away, 4.0 stars from 45 reviews).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- 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
- 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
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?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
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.
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
- 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 Bismarck Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Bismarck 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.
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Before You Book in Bismarck
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair Kenmore dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Bismarck, ND
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore dishwashers?
Is my Kenmore dishwasher worth repairing?
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Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Bismarck
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.