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. The Redwood City list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
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 Redwood City work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Washers Near Redwood City
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Redwood City. 18 list an address in Redwood City, and other nearby bases include San Carlos (7), Belmont (6), and Menlo Park (5). Distances run up to about 4 miles. The closest is Prompt Appliance Repair Solutions, about 0.5 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Redwood City mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.7, 0.9 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
At the top of the Redwood City list: UsProRepairs (3.3 miles away, 4.8 stars from 73 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Better Care Appliance Repair (3.7 miles away, based in Foster City, 4.9 stars from 14 reviews, lists Saturday hours); EASY FIX APPLIANCE, INC (2.3 miles away, 4.9 stars from 109 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Cannon Appliance (2.1 miles away, 4.4 stars from 20 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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.
Kenmore Washer Lines Technicians Work On
What a Kenmore Washer Technician Deals With
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
Signs Your Kenmore Washer Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
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
- Check the hoses behind the washer regularly for cracks, bulges or drips, and replace them about every five years. 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:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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
- How old the washer is
- Any error code shown on the display
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
Local Notes for Redwood City
Most washer calls in Redwood City 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 Redwood City
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Redwood City, CA
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore washers?
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Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Kenmore washer's label, usually inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.