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.
Kenmore Washer Repair Near Carpinteria
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Carpinteria. The rest are spread across Ventura (12), Santa Barbara (11), and Oxnard (9). No company within 90 miles of Carpinteria mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Viking Appliance Network, about 7.1 miles away. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Carpinteria. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 29 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 53 |
| Mention washer work | 6 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 7.1, 7.7, 7.8 |
At the top of the Carpinteria list: Sears Appliance Repair (17.4 miles away, based in Ventura, 4.7 stars from 255 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Superman Appliance Repair (11.1 miles away, based in Santa Barbara, 5.0 stars from 91 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Yost Appliance (13.4 miles away, based in Santa Barbara, 4.5 stars from 76 reviews); Aa Appliance Repair (17.8 miles away, based in Santa Barbara, 4.0 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Washer Lines Technicians Work On
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
Kenmore Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its Washers
- 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.
Budgeting for a Kenmore Washer Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- 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?
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
- Any error code shown on the display
- How old the washer is
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
Local Notes for Carpinteria
Most washer calls in Carpinteria 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 Carpinteria
- How often do you repair Kenmore washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Carpinteria, CA
Why does my Kenmore washer show an error code?
Why is my washer leaking?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore washer?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
Related Repair Pages for Carpinteria
Kenmore Washer Repair Near Carpinteria
Write down any error code your Kenmore washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Carpinteria technician bring the right parts.