If your Kenmore dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. 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.
Who Works on Kenmore Dishwashers Near Ocean Pines
20 repair companies serve Ocean Pines from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Salisbury (7), Ocean City (3), and Rehoboth Beach (2). The farthest listed company is about 25 miles out. CES Commercial Equipment Services is the nearest, roughly 3.2 miles from Ocean Pines. None of the repair companies near Ocean Pines name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The 18 rated companies in range average 4.0 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Ocean Pines. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 11 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 20 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.2, 4.6, 5.6 |
The leading options for Ocean Pines are Delmarva Appliance Repair OC (4.6 miles away, based in Ocean City, 4.4 stars from 24 reviews); Appliance Doctor (5.6 miles away, based in Bishopville, 4.3 stars from 10 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (21.6 miles away, based in Salisbury, 4.5 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours); American Appliance Services (5.6 miles away, based in Berlin, 4.6 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Ocean Pines
Owner Care for Kenmore 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 spring repair: $50–$150 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?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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?
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- How old the dishwasher is
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
Dishwasher Notes for Ocean Pines, MD
Most dishwasher calls in Ocean Pines 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.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Ocean Pines
- 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?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Ocean Pines, MD
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Should I repair or replace my Kenmore dishwasher?
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Nearby Towns Served From Ocean Pines
Live outside Ocean Pines? The same Kenmore dishwasher repair technicians serve Ocean City. 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.