Kenmore owners in Longboat Key usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Longboat Key, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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.
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 Longboat Key
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Longboat Key. Other nearby bases include Sarasota (24) and Bradenton (16). The closest is APPLIED MANUFACTURING SOLUTIONS, LLC, about 3.8 miles away. None of the repair companies near Longboat Key name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 34 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Longboat Key. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.8, 4.0, 4.3 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
| Mention washer work | 16 |
Closest matches for Longboat Key: Mr. Appliance of Manatee County & N. Sarasota (4.3 miles away, based in Sarasota, 4.8 stars from 778 reviews, lists Saturday hours); APPLIANCE REPAIR TEODOR IN SARASOTA (7.4 miles away, based in Sarasota, 4.9 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Well Done Home Solutions Inc. (8.4 miles away, based in Bradenton, 5.0 stars from 134 reviews); Teodor Appliance Repair (7.9 miles away, based in Bradenton, 5.0 stars from 88 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore sells top-load agitator, top-load impeller, front-load, and all-in-one combo washers in the U.S., and the repair path differs by type: front loaders add a door lock, door boot and pump filter, while top loaders rely on a lid switch and either an agitator or an impeller.
Kenmore Washer Lines Technicians Work On
What a Kenmore Washer Technician Deals With
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
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- An error code on the display
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Keeping a Kenmore Washer Running
- 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
- 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
A Kenmore washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- How old the washer is
- Any error code shown on the display
Around Longboat Key
Most washer calls in Longboat Key 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.
Before You Book in Longboat Key
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Longboat Key, FL
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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.