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.
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 Bishop work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Washer Technicians, Bishop CA
6 repair companies serve Bishop from within 70 miles. 3 of them are based in Bishop itself, and other nearby bases include Big Creek (1), Prather (1), and Oakhurst (1). Distances run up to about 69 miles. The closest is Bill's Appliance Repair & Service, about 0.3 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Bishop mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 4 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Bishop is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 4 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 3 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.4, 0.6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 2 |
| Repair companies inside 70 miles | 6 |
First up for Bishop: Sears Appliance Repair (0.6 miles away, lists Saturday hours); Bill's Appliance Repair & Service (0.3 miles away, 4.8 stars from 13 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (69.4 miles away, based in Oakhurst, 4.5 stars from 124 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dean's Appliance Repair (0.4 miles away).
Know Your Kenmore Washer
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
When to Call for Kenmore Washer Repair
- An error code on the display
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
What Gets Fixed on a Bishop Washer Call
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
- 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.
Kenmore Washer Repair Cost Ranges
Most Kenmore washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- How old the washer is
What Bishop Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Bishop 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).
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Bishop
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Bishop, CA
Why won't my washer spin?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
Why is my washer leaking?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore washers?
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Write down any error code your Kenmore washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Bishop technician bring the right parts.