A Kenmore dishwasher shares most of its basic parts with other dishwashers, but its filter design, drying system, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. Below are independent repair companies serving Sumter, 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.
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.
Who Works on Kenmore Dishwashers Near Sumter
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Sumter. 5 of them are based in Sumter itself, and the rest are spread across Columbia (16), Florence (4), and Lexington (3). The farthest listed company is about 52 miles out. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.4 miles from Sumter. Of those, 1 mentions Kenmore by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 36 businesses. Sumter is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 21 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Mention Kenmore | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 2.0, 3.8 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 46 |
At the top of the Sumter list: Bob's Appliance Sales & Services (4.5 miles away, 4.4 stars from 41 reviews); A to Z Appliance Repair (3.8 miles away, 4.9 stars from 135 reviews); Bell's Appliance Parts & Repair Center (2.0 miles away, 4.2 stars from 98 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (25.8 miles away, based in Lugoff, 4.3 stars from 46 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
Signs Your Kenmore Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Sumter
Owner Care for Kenmore Dishwashers
- 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:
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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?
- 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?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. 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
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- How old the dishwasher is
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
Local Notes for Sumter
Most dishwasher calls in Sumter 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.
Questions to Ask a Sumter Technician
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Sumter, SC
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Sumter technician bring the right parts.