Kenmore owners in Arbutus usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. 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.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Arbutus work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Dishwasher Technicians, Arbutus MD
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Arbutus. Other nearby bases include Baltimore (17), Columbia (6), and Glen Burnie (4). Nearest on the list: Bowman Appliances, around 1.0 miles out. None of the repair companies near Arbutus name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 3.5, 3.6 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
First up for Arbutus: Mr. Appliance of Howard County (7.0 miles away, based in Ellicott City, 4.7 stars from 1,049 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ABW Appliances - Corporate Headquarters (8.5 miles away, based in Jessup, 4.8 stars from 1,539 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Free State Appliance Service Heating and Cooling (5.6 miles away, based in Hanover, 4.9 stars from 70 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Maryland Appliances & Mattresses (7.0 miles away, based in Glen Burnie, 4.6 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
Signs Your Kenmore Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- An error code on the display
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Keeping a Kenmore Dishwasher Running
- 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
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Door spring repair: $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?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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.
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
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
Dishwasher Notes for Arbutus, MD
Most dishwasher calls in Arbutus 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.
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
In Maryland, you can check a license with the Maryland Department of Labor occupational license search (Board of Plumbing) or report a problem to the Maryland Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Arbutus
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Arbutus, MD
Why are my dishes still wet?
Do you work for Kenmore?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore dishwashers?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore dishwasher?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Arbutus
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Arbutus
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair for Towns Near Arbutus
Live outside Arbutus? The same Kenmore dishwasher repair technicians serve Lansdowne. See each town's own dishwasher repair listings below.
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.