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 Prairie Grove, 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 Prairie Grove work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Kenmore Washer Repair Near Prairie Grove
We found 18 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Prairie Grove. 1 list an address in Prairie Grove, and other nearby bases include Springdale (8), Fayetteville (6), and Winslow (1). Distances run up to about 29 miles. None of the repair companies near Prairie Grove name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Nearest on the list: Wetzel Appliance Services, around 1.9 miles out. Across 15 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 10 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 18 |
| Mention washer work | 7 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.9, 5.7, 7.6 |
First up for Prairie Grove: Mr. Appliance of Fayetteville, AR (7.6 miles away, based in Fayetteville, 4.8 stars from 492 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Springdale and Rogers (28.6 miles away, based in Bentonville, 4.9 stars from 782 reviews); ALL-IN appliance repair (10.2 miles away, based in Winslow, 4.9 stars from 112 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (13.2 miles away, based in Fayetteville, 4.4 stars from 134 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Washer Lines and Features
What a Kenmore Washer Technician Deals With
Sensor-equipped models estimate load size and soil level and adjust water and detergent to match. Source: Kenmore - 5 things you didn't know a Kenmore smart washer and dryer could do
Signs Your Kenmore Washer Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
What Gets Fixed on a Prairie Grove Washer Call
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its Washers
- 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
- 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.
Kenmore Washer Repair Cost Ranges
A Kenmore washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- 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
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
What Prairie Grove Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Prairie Grove 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.
Before You Book in Prairie Grove
- How often do you repair Kenmore washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Prairie Grove, AR
Why does my Kenmore washer show an error code?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore washer?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Related Repair Pages for Prairie Grove
Kenmore Washer Repair Near Prairie Grove
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.