Most Kenmore washer repairs in Richmond Heights 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.
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.
Independent Kenmore Washer Technicians, Richmond Heights FL
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Richmond Heights. Other nearby bases include Miami (30), Palmetto Bay (5), and Cutler Bay (3). Distances run up to about 6 miles. Highpoint Appliance Repair Team is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Richmond Heights. None of the repair companies near Richmond Heights 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 4.6 stars across 28 businesses.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 1.6, 1.6 |
First up for Richmond Heights: Flamingo Appliance Service (2.7 miles away, based in Miami, 4.5 stars from 7,231 reviews); Glyn's Appliance Repair Service (2.2 miles away, based in Miami, 4.9 stars from 182 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Los Nachos Appliance Services (2.5 miles away, based in Palmetto Bay, 5.0 stars from 219 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sony Tv Repair (1.7 miles away, based in Miami, 4.5 stars from 21 reviews).
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.
Know Your Kenmore Washer
How Kenmore Washers Are Built
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
Kenmore Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code on the display
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Richmond Heights
Keeping a Kenmore Washer Running
- 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
- 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
Brand guides: Kenmore Washer Not Draining or Spinning: Fixes.
Budgeting for a Kenmore Washer Repair
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?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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: $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?
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
Around Richmond Heights
Most washer calls in Richmond Heights 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 Richmond Heights Washer Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Richmond Heights, FL
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore washer?
Why does my Kenmore washer show an error code?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
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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.