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. The Sebastian list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
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.
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.
Independent Kenmore Washer Technicians, Sebastian FL
We found 36 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Sebastian. 2 of them are based in Sebastian itself, and other nearby bases include Vero Beach (10), Palm Bay (10), and Fort Pierce (7). Distances run up to about 29 miles. None of the repair companies near Sebastian name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Nearest on the list: R and S Appliance Repair, around 1.3 miles out. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Sebastian. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 20 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 36 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.3, 2.5, 4.9 |
The leading options for Sebastian are Mr. Appliance of Vero Beach (10.6 miles away, based in Vero Beach, 4.8 stars from 364 reviews); Capritta Appliance & Air Conditioning (22.9 miles away, based in West Melbourne, 4.9 stars from 1,976 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Service Fanatics Inc. (14.8 miles away, based in Vero Beach, 4.8 stars from 284 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tempest Appliance Services (16.2 miles away, based in Vero Beach, 4.9 stars from 189 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.
Know Your Kenmore Washer
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
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Sebastian
Keeping a Kenmore Washer Running
- 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
- 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.
Kenmore Washer Repair Cost Ranges
Most Kenmore washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- 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)
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
Local Notes for Sebastian
Most washer calls in Sebastian 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 Sebastian Washer Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Sebastian, FL
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore washer?
Why is my washer leaking?
Why does my Kenmore washer show an error code?
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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 Sebastian technician bring the right parts.