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.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore dishwashers and other brands.
Kenmore appliances were sold through Sears for decades, so many owners look for Sears dishwasher repair. The companies here are independent technicians who work on Kenmore and Kenmore Elite dishwashers; they are not Sears.
Who Works on Kenmore Dishwashers Near Irmo
27 repair companies serve Irmo from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Irmo itself, and the rest are spread across Columbia (16), Lexington (3), and West Columbia (2). The farthest listed company is about 21 miles out. None of the repair companies near Irmo name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The closest is Reliable Appliance Repair Columbia, about 1.7 miles away. Across 23 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.7, 2.0, 3.7 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 27 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 15 |
The leading options for Irmo are Appliance Professional (8.9 miles away, based in Lexington, 4.8 stars from 1,369 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Expo Appliance Service (11.5 miles away, based in West Columbia, 4.9 stars from 309 reviews); Consider It Fixed Appliance Repair (13.9 miles away, based in Prosperity, 5.0 stars from 92 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quick Appliance repair llc (6.5 miles away, based in Columbia, 5.0 stars from 241 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
When to Call for Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- An error code on the display
What Gets Fixed on a Irmo Dishwasher Call
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:
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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
- 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)
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
Around Irmo
Most dishwasher calls in Irmo 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 Irmo
- 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?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Irmo, SC
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Kenmore Dishwasher Repair for Towns Near Irmo
Kenmore dishwasher repair for Lake Murray of Richland is handled by the same companies listed for Irmo. Each town also has its own dishwasher repair page with the nearest companies:
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.