If your Kenmore washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Kenmore appliances were sold through Sears for decades, so many owners look for Sears washer repair. The companies here are independent technicians who work on Kenmore and Kenmore Elite washers; they are not Sears.
Who Works on Kenmore Washers Near Forrest City
Our data shows 33 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Forrest City. 1 list an address in Forrest City, and other nearby bases include Memphis (10), Bartlett (4), and Searcy (3). Nearest on the list: Kevin Brown's Appliance Service, around 0.5 miles out. None of the repair companies near Forrest City name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.0 stars across 32 businesses. Forrest City is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 14.6, 32.0 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 17 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 33 |
At the top of the Forrest City list: Mr. Appliance of Memphis (59.9 miles away, based in Cordova, 4.7 stars from 1,977 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (58.1 miles away, based in Memphis, 4.6 stars from 941 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Kevin Brown's Appliance Service (0.5 miles away, 4.7 stars from 20 reviews); Affordable Appliance Repair Ms (59.2 miles away, based in Byhalia, 4.6 stars from 61 reviews).
Kenmore Washer Lines and Features
What Makes Kenmore Washer Repairs Different
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
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- An error code on the display
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Forrest City
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its Washers
- 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
- Smart models alert the owner when it is time to run the washer cleaning cycle. Source: Kenmore - 5 things you didn't know a Kenmore smart washer and dryer could do
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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Washer Call
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
Around Forrest City
Most washer calls in Forrest City 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.
Arkansas has no separate appliance repair license, and household appliances are listed as exempt equipment under the state HVACR licensing law, though exempt work must still meet HVACR rules and any local permit and inspection requirements. Source: Arkansas HVAC/R Statutes 2025, A.C.A. ยง 17-33-102 (Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing)
In Arkansas, you can check a license with the Arkansas Department of Health Protective Health Codes licensee search (plumbing and gas fitter licenses) or report a problem to the Arkansas Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Forrest City
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Forrest City, AR
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
Is my Kenmore washer worth repairing?
Why won't my washer spin?
More Washing Machine Repair in Forrest City, AR
Kenmore Washer Repair Near Forrest City
Write down any error code your Kenmore washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Forrest City technician bring the right parts.