Kenmore owners in Melbourne usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Melbourne, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
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.
Kenmore Washer Repair Near Melbourne
Our data shows 34 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Melbourne. 7 list an address in Melbourne, and the rest are spread across Palm Bay (10), Merritt Island (5), and Cocoa (5). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. Nearest on the list: Hartman's Appliance Repair Service, around 0.9 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Melbourne mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 25 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Melbourne. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 19 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.0, 1.6 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 34 |
The leading options for Melbourne are Capritta Appliance & Air Conditioning (2.1 miles away, based in West Melbourne, 4.9 stars from 1,976 reviews, lists Saturday hours); RMJP Appliance Repair (8.6 miles away, based in Palm Bay, 4.9 stars from 130 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Melbourne (8.4 miles away, 4.7 stars from 395 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (17.1 miles away, based in Merritt Island, 4.6 stars from 638 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
Signs Your Kenmore Washer Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Melbourne
Keeping a Kenmore Washer Running
- 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
- 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:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
Laundry Notes for Melbourne, FL
Most washer calls in Melbourne 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Melbourne
- How often do you repair Kenmore washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Melbourne, FL
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
Why does my Kenmore washer show an error code?
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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.