Kenmore owners in Wilmington 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.
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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.
Independent Kenmore Dishwasher Technicians, Wilmington NC
Within 30 miles of Wilmington there are 14 appliance repair companies in our data. 11 list an address in Wilmington, and the rest are spread across Rocky Point (1), Navassa (1), and Southport (1). Distances run up to about 22 miles. Nearest on the list: Cape Fear Appliance Services, around 2.2 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Wilmington 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 13 businesses.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 14 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 6 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.2, 3.0, 3.1 |
First up for Wilmington: Island Appliance Repair (7.1 miles away, based in Navassa, 4.8 stars from 647 reviews); A & D Appliance Repair (3.1 miles away, 4.8 stars from 140 reviews); Appliance Service Co (3.1 miles away, 4.7 stars from 240 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Wilmington NC (5.8 miles away, 4.8 stars from 1,215 reviews).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
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
- 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
What Kenmore Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- 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
Around Wilmington
Most dishwasher calls in Wilmington 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.
North Carolina has no license specific to appliance repair; work on gas appliances, fuel piping and heating equipment is regulated by the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors, with an exemption for minor repairs that don't change fuel type, venting or piping. Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. ยง 87-21 (NC General Assembly)
In North Carolina, you can check a license with the NC Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Board public license search or report a problem to the North Carolina Department of Justice, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Wilmington Technician
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- 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?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Wilmington, NC
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore dishwashers?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Do you work for Kenmore?
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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.