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.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Santa Maria work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Washers Near Santa Maria
We found 15 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Santa Maria. 6 of them are based in Santa Maria itself, and other nearby bases include Lompoc (4), San Luis Obispo (4), and Arroyo Grande (1). The farthest listed company is about 27 miles out. Ib-solutions is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Santa Maria. None of the repair companies near Santa Maria name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. The 14 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.
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 10 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 1.2, 1.4 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 15 |
First up for Santa Maria: Sears Appliance Repair (1.9 miles away, 4.5 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ib-solutions (0.7 miles away, 4.6 stars from 553 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, 4.4 stars from 46 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ruffoni's Home Appliance (15.4 miles away, based in Arroyo Grande, 4.8 stars from 660 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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
When to Call for Kenmore Washer Repair
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Owner Care for Kenmore 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
- 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.
Kenmore Washer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- 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
- Any error code shown on the display
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
Local Notes for Santa Maria
Most washer calls in Santa Maria 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 Santa Maria
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair Kenmore washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- 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: Santa Maria, CA
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore washers?
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Kenmore Washer Repair Near Santa Maria
Write down any error code your Kenmore washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Santa Maria technician bring the right parts.