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.
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.
Kenmore Washer Repair Near Doraville
40 repair companies serve Doraville from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Atlanta (21), Norcross (3), and Sandy Springs (3). Distances run up to about 8 miles. None of the repair companies near Doraville 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: Flamingo Appliance Service of Georgia, around 0.7 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 31 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Doraville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 19 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 1.5, 1.9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
The leading options for Doraville are Comfort Appliance Repair of Atlanta (3.0 miles away, based in Chamblee, 4.9 stars from 1,720 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AK Appliance Repair (6.3 miles away, based in Sandy Springs, 4.7 stars from 151 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Fixer Appliance Repair of Atlanta (3.9 miles away, based in Atlanta, 5.0 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Flamingo Appliance Service of Georgia (0.7 miles away, based in Atlanta, 4.2 stars from 2,080 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.
Kenmore Washer Lines Technicians Work On
How Kenmore Washers Are Built
Select models include Deep Fill or water level control, which raises or lowers the fill level beyond the automatic setting. Source: Kenmore - Laundry Helper: Kenmore Washer Buying Guide
When to Call for Kenmore Washer Repair
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Owner Care for Kenmore Washers
- 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
- 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.
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:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Any error code shown on the display
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- How old the washer is
Around Doraville
Most washer calls in Doraville 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.
Georgia has no appliance repair license; the Secretary of State's construction-related licensing boards cover conditioned air, electrical, plumbing, low voltage, utility and residential/general contractors, with no separate appliance category. Source: Georgia Licensing Boards (Georgia Secretary of State)
In Georgia, you can check a license with the Georgia Secretary of State Licensing Division License Lookup or report a problem to the Georgia Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Doraville
- How often do you repair Kenmore washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Doraville, GA
Which Doraville technicians work on Kenmore?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
What stops a washer from spinning?
More Washing Machine Repair in Doraville, GA
Kenmore Washer Repair Near Doraville
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.