Kenmore owners in Taft usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Taft, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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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.
Independent Kenmore Washer Technicians, Taft CA
32 repair companies serve Taft from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Taft itself, and the rest are spread across Bakersfield (30) and Anaheim (1). Distances run up to about 30 miles. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 1.3 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Taft mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 20 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 2 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 32 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.3, 21.9, 22.7 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 23 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 4 |
At the top of the Taft list: Sears Appliance Repair (1.3 miles away, 4.7 stars from 59 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (26.4 miles away, based in Bakersfield, 4.4 stars from 295 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Zip Appliance & Plumbing Repair (27.0 miles away, based in Bakersfield, 4.8 stars from 1,299 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dave's Appliance Service & Repair (25.3 miles away, based in Bakersfield, 4.1 stars from 33 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Washer Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes Kenmore Washer Repairs Different
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
Top load models are built with either a Triple Action Agitator or an agitator-free impeller wash plate, which changes the parts and wash motion a technician works on. Source: Kenmore - Laundry Helper: Kenmore Washer Buying Guide
Kenmore Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Owner Care for Kenmore Washers
- Use a level to confirm the washer sits evenly and adjust the feet if it does not. Source: Kenmore - Appliance Maintenance Tips to Help Maximize Efficiency
- 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:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- Any error code shown on the display
What Taft Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Taft 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 Taft
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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: Taft, CA
Why does my front-load washer smell?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore washers?
Why won't my washer spin?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
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Check the drain hose, the supply valves and (on a front loader) the drain pump filter, and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Kenmore repair.