If your Kenmore dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Linthicum, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Independent listings only: Dishwasher Repairs is not affiliated with or endorsed by Kenmore. If your dishwasher is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Kenmore directly.
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.
Who Works on Kenmore Dishwashers Near Linthicum
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Linthicum. The rest are spread across Baltimore (15), Columbia (6), and Glen Burnie (4). Distances run up to about 12 miles. None of the repair companies near Linthicum name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Bowman Appliances is the nearest, roughly 3.7 miles from Linthicum. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Linthicum. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.7, 3.8, 4.2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Linthicum: Mr. Appliance of Howard County (9.4 miles away, based in Ellicott City, 4.7 stars from 1,049 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ABW Appliances - Corporate Headquarters (8.2 miles away, based in Jessup, 4.8 stars from 1,539 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Free State Appliance Service Heating and Cooling (5.0 miles away, based in Hanover, 4.9 stars from 70 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Maryland Appliances & Mattresses (4.2 miles away, based in Glen Burnie, 4.6 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- An error code on the display
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Keeping a Kenmore Dishwasher Running
- 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
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
A Kenmore dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. 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
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- 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
Dishwasher Notes for Linthicum, MD
Most dishwasher calls in Linthicum 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.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Linthicum
- How often do you repair Kenmore dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Linthicum, MD
Is my Kenmore dishwasher worth repairing?
Why are my dishes still wet?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Linthicum technician bring the right parts.