Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs in Yankton 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.
Who Works on Kenmore Dishwashers Near Yankton
19 repair companies serve Yankton from within 60 miles. 2 of them are based in Yankton itself, and other nearby bases include Sioux Falls (12), Sioux City (3), and Wayne (1). None of the repair companies near Yankton name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.1 miles away. The 17 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars. Yankton is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Yankton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 12 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 1.2, 49.5 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 19 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
Closest matches for Yankton: Sears Appliance Repair (1.1 miles away, 4.3 stars from 13 reviews, lists Saturday hours); H&H Appliance Repair (1.2 miles away, 5.0 stars from 16 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Appliance Doc. LLC (54.5 miles away, based in Sioux Falls, 4.9 stars from 317 reviews); Karl's TV, Appliance & Furniture Sioux Falls (53.5 miles away, based in Sioux Falls, 4.6 stars from 1,114 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
Signs Your Kenmore Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- An error code on the display
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
- 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
What Kenmore Dishwasher Repairs Cost
A Kenmore dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 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?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
What Yankton Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Yankton 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.
The South Dakota Plumbing Commission issues Appliance Contractor and Appliance Installer licenses as plumbing specialty licenses; official pages reviewed did not spell out which appliance work they cover or whether repair alone requires one. Source: South Dakota Plumbing Commission - Licensing
In South Dakota, you can check a license with the South Dakota Plumbing Commission lists of licensees (specialty licensees, including appliance) or report a problem to the South Dakota Attorney General, Division of Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Yankton
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Yankton, SD
Why are my dishes still wet?
Which Yankton technicians work on Kenmore?
Do you work for Kenmore?
Why does my Kenmore dishwasher show an error code?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Yankton technician bring the right parts.