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. 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.
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, Guerneville CA
Within 30 miles of Guerneville there are 14 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Guerneville, and other nearby bases include Santa Rosa (7), Rohnert Park (3), and Cotati (1). No company within 90 miles of Guerneville mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Handiest Man in Guerneville, about 2.0 miles away. The 12 rated companies in range average 4.4 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) | 7 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 7 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.0, 9.8, 14.5 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 3 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 14 |
At the top of the Guerneville list: Kelly's Appliance Center (19.0 miles away, based in Cotati, 4.9 stars from 162 reviews); Gold Ridge Appliance Repair (14.5 miles away, based in Santa Rosa, 5.0 stars from 553 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (15.7 miles away, based in Santa Rosa, 4.6 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours); TeeVax Home Appliance & Kitchen Center (15.4 miles away, based in Santa Rosa, 4.6 stars from 216 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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 and Features
What Makes Kenmore Washer Repairs Different
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
Kenmore Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Guerneville
Keeping a Kenmore Washer Running
- 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
- 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
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
Local Notes for Guerneville
Most washer calls in Guerneville 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 Guerneville
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Guerneville, CA
Why does my front-load washer smell?
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 Guerneville
Write down any error code your Kenmore washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Guerneville technician bring the right parts.