Most Kenmore washer repairs in St. Helena involve the same few systems: the drain pump, the lid or door lock, the drive, the water supply and the controls. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Independent listings only: Washing Machine Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by Kenmore. If your washer is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Kenmore directly.
With a Kenmore washer, the model number matters more than the badge: it tells a technician exactly which parts and repair steps apply. Find it on the label before you call.
Kenmore Washer Repair Near St. Helena
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of St. Helena. Other nearby bases include Santa Rosa (7), Fairfield (5), and Vacaville (5). Distances run up to about 29 miles. No company within 90 miles of St. Helena mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: St. Helena Appliance, around 0.8 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 27 businesses.
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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 11.6, 12.5 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 50 |
| Mention washer work | 9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 32 |
First up for St. Helena: Sears Appliance Repair (17.0 miles away, based in Napa, 4.7 stars from 242 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Kelly's Appliance Center (17.5 miles away, based in Cotati, 4.9 stars from 162 reviews); Gold Ridge Appliance Repair (14.3 miles away, based in Santa Rosa, 5.0 stars from 553 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (14.2 miles away, based in Santa Rosa, 4.6 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Washer
How Kenmore Washers Are Built
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 spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in St. Helena
Keeping a Kenmore Washer Running
- 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
- 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
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:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Any error code shown on the display
Around St. Helena
Most washer calls in St. Helena 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 St. Helena
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair Kenmore washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: St. Helena, CA
Why does my Kenmore washer show an error code?
Do you work for Kenmore?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
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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.