If your Kenmore washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. The Sterling list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
Washing Machine Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore washers and other brands.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Sterling work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Kenmore Washer Repair Near Sterling
11 repair companies serve Sterling from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Anchorage (10) and Soldotna (1). Distances run up to about 57 miles. No company within 90 miles of Sterling mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Tims Appliance Repair and Service, about 9.8 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.0 stars across 9 businesses. Sterling 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.
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 9.8, 52.5, 53.0 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 11 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 7 |
| Mention washer work | 4 |
At the top of the Sterling list: Mr. Appliance of Anchorage (53.6 miles away, based in Anchorage, 4.8 stars from 438 reviews); Reliable Appliance (53.0 miles away, based in Anchorage, 4.7 stars from 1,283 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (55.1 miles away, based in Anchorage, 1.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dave the Appliance Guy (53.3 miles away, based in Anchorage, 5.0 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know which Kenmore washer you have before you call. Kenmore makes top-load agitator, top-load impeller, front-load, and all-in-one combo models, and the technician will ask.
Kenmore Washer Lines Technicians Work On
How Kenmore Washers Are Built
Top load models are built with either a Triple Action Agitator or an agitator-free impeller wash plate, which changes the parts and wash motion a technician works on. Source: Kenmore - Laundry Helper: Kenmore Washer Buying Guide
When to Call for Kenmore Washer Repair
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Keeping a Kenmore Washer Running
- Avoid packing in extra-large loads and follow the detergent maker's dosing for each load. Source: Kenmore - Tips for Washing Extra Large Loads of Laundry
- Check the hoses behind the washer regularly for cracks, bulges or drips, and replace them about every five years. Source: Kenmore - Appliance Maintenance Tips to Help Maximize Efficiency
Brand guides: Kenmore Washer Not Draining or Spinning: Fixes.
Budgeting for a Kenmore Washer Repair
Most Kenmore washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Any error code shown on the display
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
Laundry Notes for Sterling, AK
Most washer calls in Sterling come down to the same handful of parts: the drain pump and filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or coupler, the inlet valve and the suspension.
Alaska has no separate appliance repair license category; its certificates of fitness and contractor licenses cover plumbing, gas piping, electrical and construction work rather than appliance repair itself. Source: Mechanical Inspection - License Requirements (Alaska DOLWD)
In Alaska, you can check a license with the Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing - License Search or report a problem to the Alaska Department of Law, Attorney General's Consumer Protection Unit.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Sterling
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Sterling, AK
What stops a washer from spinning?
Why does my Kenmore washer show an error code?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore washer?
Do you work for Kenmore?
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Kenmore Washer Repair Near Sterling
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Kenmore washer's label, usually inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.