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.
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If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Camden work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Dishwasher Technicians, Camden SC
We found 17 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Camden. 2 of them are based in Camden itself, and the rest are spread across Columbia (10), Sumter (4), and Lugoff (1). 1 lists Kenmore specifically. The closest is Johnnie's Servicenter, about 2.0 miles away. Across 15 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 1 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 17 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 8 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.0, 4.2, 9.8 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
First up for Camden: Sears Appliance Repair (4.2 miles away, based in Lugoff, 4.3 stars from 46 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Johnnie's Servicenter (2.0 miles away, 4.7 stars from 64 reviews); Walters Appliance Service Inc (17.6 miles away, based in Columbia, 4.8 stars from 29 reviews); LineSight Home Services (18.6 miles away, based in Columbia, 5.0 stars from 7 reviews).
Kenmore Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
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
A Kenmore dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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.
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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
Dishwasher Notes for Camden, SC
Most dishwasher calls in Camden 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.
South Carolina does not issue a license specific to appliance repair; mechanical work such as plumbing, heating, air conditioning and refrigeration is licensed by the Contractor's Licensing Board for commercial-scale jobs and by the Residential Builders Commission for residential HVAC and plumbing. Source: S.C. Code Title 40, Chapter 11 (Contractors), South Carolina Legislature
In South Carolina, you can check a license with the SC LLR License Lookup or report a problem to the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs.
Before You Book in Camden
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Camden, SC
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Kenmore Dishwasher Repair in Nearby Cities
Nearby Towns Served From Camden
Live outside Camden? The same Kenmore dishwasher repair technicians serve Lugoff. 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.