Kenmore owners in Modesto usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Modesto, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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 Modesto work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Washers Near Modesto
Within 30 miles of Modesto there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 16 list an address in Modesto, and other nearby bases include Tracy (5), Turlock (4), and Manteca (4). The farthest listed company is about 25 miles out. None of the repair companies near Modesto name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Quick Fix Appliance Repair Modesto is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from Modesto. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 28 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Modesto. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 27 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.2, 0.2 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 46 |
The leading options for Modesto are Sears Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, 4.2 stars from 128 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Meno's Appliances (1.5 miles away, 4.2 stars from 87 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, 4.0 stars from 163 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.1 miles away, based in Turlock, 4.3 stars from 141 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.
Know Your Kenmore Washer
What Makes Kenmore Washer Repairs Different
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
Select models include Deep Fill or water level control, which raises or lowers the fill level beyond the automatic setting. Source: Kenmore - Laundry Helper: Kenmore Washer Buying Guide
Signs Your Kenmore Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Keeping a Kenmore Washer Running
- 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
- 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
Brand guides: Kenmore Washer Not Draining or Spinning: Fixes.
Budgeting for a Kenmore Washer Repair
A Kenmore washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
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
- 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)
What Modesto Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Modesto 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 Modesto
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Modesto, CA
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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 Modesto technician bring the right parts.