Most Kenmore washer repairs in Bakersfield involve the same few systems: the drain pump, the lid or door lock, the drive, the water supply and the controls. The Bakersfield list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
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.
Independent Kenmore Washer Technicians, Bakersfield CA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Bakersfield. 39 list an address in Bakersfield, and other nearby bases include Anaheim (1). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. Artur's Top Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Bakersfield. No company within 90 miles of Bakersfield mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 26 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 1.0, 1.0 |
| Mention washer work | 4 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 31 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 46 |
First up for Bakersfield: Sears Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, 4.4 stars from 295 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Specialist (4.8 miles away, 4.6 stars from 4,635 reviews); Zip Appliance & Plumbing Repair (1.4 miles away, 4.8 stars from 1,299 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bakersfield Area Appliance Repair (1.6 miles away, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews).
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 Technicians Work On
How Kenmore Washers Are Built
Some top load models use an adaptive motor that adjusts its power to each load. Source: Kenmore - Life Your Way Loves Kenmore Top Load Laundry
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
When to Call for Kenmore Washer Repair
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
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.
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:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 per visit 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- Any error code shown on the display
What Bakersfield Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Bakersfield 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.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Bakersfield
- How often do you repair Kenmore washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Bakersfield, CA
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore washers?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
Is my Kenmore washer worth repairing?
Why does my Kenmore washer show an error code?
Related Repair Pages for Bakersfield
More Kenmore Washer Repair Pages Nearby
Write down any error code your Kenmore washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Bakersfield technician bring the right parts.