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. Below are independent repair companies serving Highland Lakes, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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 Highland Lakes work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Washer Technicians, Highland Lakes AL
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Highland Lakes. Other nearby bases include Birmingham (28), Pelham (4), and Hoover (2). Distances run up to about 15 miles. Nearest on the list: Appliance Mechanic LLC, around 0.9 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Highland Lakes mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 20 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Highland Lakes. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 59 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 5 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 3.2, 4.8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 23 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
First up for Highland Lakes: Lewie's Appliance Sales & Service (12.3 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.9 stars from 2,563 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance Over the Mountain (12.9 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 1,998 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Mechanic LLC (0.9 miles away, based in Birmingham, 5.0 stars from 1,097 reviews); Atlas Appliance Repair (11.2 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.9 stars from 2,483 reviews).
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.
Know Your Kenmore Washer
What a Kenmore Washer Technician Deals With
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
Kenmore Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- An error code on the display
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Keeping a Kenmore Washer Running
- Every few months, run the empty washer on hot water with two cups of white vinegar to clear detergent residue and grime. 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.
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:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Washer Call
- Any error code shown on the display
- 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
Around Highland Lakes
Most washer calls in Highland Lakes 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.
Before You Book in Highland Lakes
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Highland Lakes, AL
Why won't my washer spin?
Is my Kenmore washer worth repairing?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore washers?
Do you work for Kenmore?
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Write down any error code your Kenmore washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Highland Lakes technician bring the right parts.