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.
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.
Who Works on Kenmore Washers Near Santa Barbara
27 repair companies serve Santa Barbara from within 30 miles. 11 list an address in Santa Barbara, and other nearby bases include Ventura (7), Goleta (5), and Montecito (3). Distances run up to about 30 miles. None of the repair companies near Santa Barbara name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Nearest on the list: Superior Appliance Repair, around 0.5 miles out. The 23 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Santa Barbara. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 13 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 5 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.8, 0.9 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 27 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
At the top of the Santa Barbara list: Superman Appliance Repair (1.1 miles away, 5.0 stars from 91 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Yost Appliance (1.3 miles away, 4.5 stars from 76 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (29.0 miles away, based in Ventura, 4.7 stars from 255 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Aa Appliance Repair (5.7 miles away, 4.0 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Washer Lines and Features
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
Kenmore Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
What Gets Fixed on a Santa Barbara Washer Call
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its Washers
- 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
- 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
Most Kenmore washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- 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?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Washer Call
- 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
Around Santa Barbara
City of Santa Barbara Water Resources Department, which supplies Santa Barbara, reports hardness of surface water averages about 420 mg/L as CaCO3 (roughly 21-27 grains per gallon, very hard); desalinated water averages about 54 mg/L (2-6 grains per gallon). Hard water leaves scale on washer inlet screens and heating parts and calls for the right detergent dose, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: City of Santa Barbara 2026 Water Quality Report (CCR)
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 Santa Barbara
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Santa Barbara, CA
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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.