Most Kenmore washer repairs in Tempe involve the same few systems: the drain pump, the lid or door lock, the drive, the water supply and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Tempe, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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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 Tempe
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Tempe. 11 list an address in Tempe, and other nearby bases include Mesa (13), Chandler (10), and Phoenix (4). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. No company within 30 miles of Tempe names Kenmore in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Next Door Appliance Repair Tempe is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Tempe. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 36 businesses.
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| Mention washer work | 17 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.8, 1.3 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
The leading options for Tempe are Glendale Kenmore Repair (17.6 miles away, based in Glendale, 3.6 stars from 12 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Scottsdale and East Valley (1.3 miles away, 4.9 stars from 721 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Care & Repair (3.4 miles away, based in Phoenix, 4.8 stars from 1,795 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Prime Appliance Service (5.2 miles away, based in Chandler, 4.9 stars from 227 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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.
Kenmore Washer Lines Technicians Work On
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
Signs Your Kenmore Washer Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Tempe
Keeping a Kenmore Washer Running
- 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
- 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
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?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit 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
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- How old the washer is
- Any error code shown on the display
Local Notes for Tempe
Most washer calls in Tempe 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.
Arizona has no appliance-repair-specific license; work is regulated through Registrar of Contractors classifications, and state law removes the small-job (under $1,000) handyman exemption for any work connecting or repairing appliances on natural gas or propane. Source: A.R.S. 32-1121 - Persons not required to be licensed
In Arizona, you can check a license with the Arizona Registrar of Contractors Contractor Search or report a problem to the Arizona Attorney General Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Tempe
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Tempe, AZ
Why is my washer leaking?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Why does my Kenmore washer show an error code?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore washer?
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Kenmore Washer Repair Near Tempe
Write down any error code your Kenmore washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Tempe technician bring the right parts.