Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs in Elizabethtown involve the same few systems: the filter and drain, the water supply, the door latch, the heat and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Elizabethtown, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Elizabethtown work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Dishwasher Technicians, Elizabethtown PA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Elizabethtown. 2 list an address in Elizabethtown, and other nearby bases include Harrisburg (10), York (5), and Lancaster (5). No company within 90 miles of Elizabethtown mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Elizabethtown. Across 40 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 3.2, 5.9 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 31 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 51 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
First up for Elizabethtown: Mr. Appliance of Mechanicsburg (17.0 miles away, based in Lemoyne, 4.9 stars from 1,082 reviews); Modern TV & Big Screen Repair (14.5 miles away, based in York, 4.8 stars from 87 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.1 miles away, based in Columbia, 4.5 stars from 193 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hoffman Machine Service (3.2 miles away, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews).
Kenmore Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
Signs Your Kenmore Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Elizabethtown
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- 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:
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- How old the dishwasher is
Local Notes for Elizabethtown
Most dishwasher calls in Elizabethtown 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.
Pennsylvania has no statewide license for appliance repair or for most construction trades; contractors doing home improvement work must register with the Attorney General, and some municipalities license trades such as plumbing. Source: Contractor Licensing (Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry)
In Pennsylvania, you can check a license with the PA Office of Attorney General Home Improvement Contractor Registration Search or report a problem to the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General.
Questions to Ask a Elizabethtown Technician
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Elizabethtown, PA
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Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Elizabethtown
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Kenmore dishwasher's label, usually on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.