Kenmore owners in James Island usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The James Island list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
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 James Island work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Dishwashers Near James Island
We found 31 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of James Island. Other nearby bases include Charleston (11), Summerville (6), and North Charleston (5). None of the repair companies near James Island name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The closest is D & S Appliance Repair Services, about 0.3 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 28 businesses.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 1.0, 2.9 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 18 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 31 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
First up for James Island: Mr. Appliance of Charleston (6.4 miles away, based in Charleston, 4.9 stars from 427 reviews); AVIV Appliance Pros (10.0 miles away, based in North Charleston, 4.9 stars from 1,663 reviews); Appliance Fixicians (8.6 miles away, based in Mt Pleasant, 5.0 stars from 151 reviews); 911 Service Today (8.6 miles away, based in Charleston, 4.9 stars from 1,001 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- An error code on the display
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in James Island
Keeping a Kenmore Dishwasher Running
- 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
- 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
A Kenmore dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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?
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 James Island, SC
Most dishwasher calls in James Island 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.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in James Island
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: James Island, SC
Which James Island technicians work on Kenmore?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a James Island technician bring the right parts.