A Kenmore washer shares most of its basic parts with other washers, but its drive design, lid or door lock, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. The Glencoe list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
Independent listings only: Washing Machine Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by Kenmore. If your washer is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Kenmore directly.
With a Kenmore washer, the model number matters more than the badge: it tells a technician exactly which parts and repair steps apply. Find it on the label before you call.
Independent Kenmore Washer Technicians, Glencoe AL
13 repair companies serve Glencoe from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Anniston (4), Gadsden (2), and Rainbow City (1). The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 5.6 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Glencoe mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 12 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Glencoe. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 13 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| Mention washer work | 2 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 5.6, 6.5, 10.2 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 8 |
First up for Glencoe: Sears Appliance Repair (5.6 miles away, based in Gadsden, 4.4 stars from 76 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Coopers Appliance (23.0 miles away, based in Eastaboga, 5.0 stars from 13 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Southern Fix Appliance Repair (10.2 miles away, based in Rainbow City, 4.9 stars from 131 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Emergency Appliance Repair in Gadsden (6.5 miles away, based in Gadsden).
Know Your Kenmore Washer
How Kenmore Washers Are Built
Front load models use Smart Motion, where the control varies drum movement to produce up to six different wash motions. Source: Kenmore - Laundry Helper: Kenmore Washer Buying Guide
When to Call for Kenmore Washer Repair
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Glencoe
Keeping a Kenmore Washer Running
- 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
- 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
Brand guides: Kenmore Washer Not Draining or Spinning: Fixes.
Kenmore Washer Repair Cost Ranges
Most Kenmore washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
What Glencoe Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Glencoe 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.
Alabama does not issue a separate appliance repair license, and the state's heating, air conditioning and refrigeration contractor law expressly excludes work on household appliances, residential refrigerators and ice machines. Source: Code of Alabama 1975, Section 34-31-18 et seq. (Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Contractors)
In Alabama, you can check a license with the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board Individual Licensee Search or report a problem to the Alabama Attorney General's Office, Consumer Interest Division.
Questions to Ask a Glencoe Washer Technician
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Glencoe, AL
What stops a washer from spinning?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore washer?
Why is my washer leaking?
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Kenmore Washer Repair Near Glencoe
Check the drain hose, the supply valves and (on a front loader) the drain pump filter, and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Kenmore repair.