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.
Washing Machine Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore washers and other brands.
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 DeFuniak Springs
Within 60 miles of DeFuniak Springs there are 32 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Panama City (4), Milton (4), and Destin (3). Distances run up to about 59 miles. None of the repair companies near DeFuniak Springs name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. The closest is ASAP Home Repair LLC Appliance Repair, about 19.5 miles away. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. DeFuniak Springs is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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 | 19 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 19.5, 23.9, 25.1 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 13 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 10 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 32 |
The leading options for DeFuniak Springs are The Appliance Spot (25.1 miles away, based in Santa Rosa Beach, 5.0 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Davis Appliance On the Beach (34.6 miles away, based in Panama City Beach, 4.7 stars from 170 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (45.2 miles away, based in Enterprise, 4.5 stars from 208 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (35.4 miles away, based in Fort Walton Beach, 4.6 stars from 107 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Washer Lines Technicians Work On
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
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
Signs Your Kenmore Washer Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in DeFuniak Springs
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its 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.
What Kenmore Washer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
Around DeFuniak Springs
Most washer calls in DeFuniak Springs 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.
Florida's construction licensing guidance says that paid work such as installing a dishwasher connected to drinking water or replacing a water heater requires a licensed contractor, and that a local business tax receipt or certificate of competency may also apply; it does not describe a separate state appliance repair license. Source: DBPR License Requirements and Exemptions (Construction Industry Licensing Board), posted by Columbia County
In Florida, you can check a license with the DBPR Verify a License (MyFloridaLicense.com) or report a problem to the Florida Attorney General, Office of Citizen Services / Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a DeFuniak Springs Washer Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: DeFuniak Springs, FL
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Write down any error code your Kenmore washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a DeFuniak Springs technician bring the right parts.