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.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Kentfield work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Kenmore Washer Repair Near Kentfield
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Kentfield. Other nearby bases include San Rafael (10), Richmond (7), and Mill Valley (5). Distances run up to about 12 miles. Appliance Pros Mechanichs | Larkspur is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Kentfield. No company within 90 miles of Kentfield mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 22 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Kentfield. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 12 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 1.3, 1.9 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
Closest matches for Kentfield: UniFix Appliance Repair (2.1 miles away, based in San Rafael, 4.9 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Smart Solution Appliances (12.1 miles away, based in San Francisco, 4.9 stars from 138 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.3 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.6 stars from 489 reviews, lists Saturday hours); FixWell Appliance Repair (2.2 miles away, based in San Rafael, 4.9 stars from 100 reviews).
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.
Know Your Kenmore Washer
What a Kenmore Washer Technician Deals With
Front load models use Smart Motion, where the control varies drum movement to produce up to six different wash motions. Source: Kenmore - Laundry Helper: Kenmore Washer Buying Guide
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
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its Washers
- 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
- 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.
What Kenmore Washer Repairs Cost
A Kenmore washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. 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
- How old the washer is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Any error code shown on the display
Local Notes for Kentfield
Most washer calls in Kentfield 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 Kentfield
- 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?
- 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: Kentfield, CA
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore washers?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Why does my Kenmore washer show an error code?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
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Kenmore Washer Repair Near Kentfield
Write down any error code your Kenmore washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Kentfield technician bring the right parts.