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 Smiths Station, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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, Smiths Station AL
Within 30 miles of Smiths Station there are 22 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Columbus (10), Phenix City (3), and Opelika (3). Distances run up to about 23 miles. No company within 90 miles of Smiths Station mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Heritage Appliance Repair Experts is the nearest, roughly 4.0 miles from Smiths Station. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 21 businesses.
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.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 4 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 22 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 15 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.0, 4.4, 4.9 |
At the top of the Smiths Station list: Sears Appliance Repair (8.1 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.4 stars from 231 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.9 miles away, based in Phenix City, 4.1 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours); One Choice Appliance Repair LLC (4.4 miles away, based in Phenix City, 4.7 stars from 652 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (22.4 miles away, based in Valley, 4.6 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore sells top-load agitator, top-load impeller, front-load, and all-in-one combo washers in the U.S., and the repair path differs by type: front loaders add a door lock, door boot and pump filter, while top loaders rely on a lid switch and either an agitator or an impeller.
Kenmore Washer Lines and Features
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
Kenmore Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its Washers
- Use a level to confirm the washer sits evenly and adjust the feet if it does not. Source: Kenmore - Appliance Maintenance Tips to Help Maximize Efficiency
- 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
Brand guides: Kenmore Washer Not Draining or Spinning: Fixes.
What Kenmore Washer Repairs Cost
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 hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any error code shown on the display
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
What Smiths Station Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Smiths Station 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 Smiths Station Washer Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- 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: Smiths Station, AL
Why is my washer leaking?
Why does my Kenmore washer show an error code?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore washer?
Why won't my washer spin?
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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.