If your Kenmore washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Washing Machine Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore washers and other brands.
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 Lihue
Our data shows 6 appliance repair companies inside a 92-mile radius of Lihue. 1 of them are based in Lihue itself, and other nearby bases include Wahiawa (2), Kekaha (1), and Waianae (1). Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.5 miles from Lihue. No company within 90 miles of Lihue mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 6 rated companies in range average 4.0 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Lihue is inside its regular service area.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 2 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.5, 26.5, 81.8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 0 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 92 miles | 6 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 2 |
First up for Lihue: Sears Appliance Repair (1.5 miles away, 4.4 stars from 105 reviews, lists Saturday hours); RC Appliance Repair (26.5 miles away, based in Kekaha, 4.3 stars from 6 reviews); Makaha Appliance Repair (81.8 miles away, based in Waianae, 1.6 stars from 13 reviews); Dan's Appliance Repairs (91.1 miles away, based in Wahiawa, 4.3 stars from 31 reviews).
Know which Kenmore washer you have before you call. Kenmore makes top-load agitator, top-load impeller, front-load, and all-in-one combo models, and the technician will ask.
Kenmore Washer Lines Technicians Work On
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
Signs Your Kenmore Washer Needs a Technician
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
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
- 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:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- How old the washer is
Around Lihue
Most washer calls in Lihue 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.
Hawaii has no appliance repair license classification; the Contractors License Board's specialty classifications cover related trades such as plumbing (including fuel gas piping), refrigeration, and ventilating and air conditioning, and a contractor license applies to jobs that need a building, electrical or plumbing permit. Source: Description of Contractor License Classifications (Hawaii DCCA Contractors License Board)
In Hawaii, you can check a license with the Hawaii DCCA Professional and Vocational Licensing public license search or report a problem to the Hawaii DCCA Regulated Industries Complaints Office (RICO).
Before You Book in Lihue
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Lihue, HI
Is this Kenmore customer service?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore washers?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
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Kenmore Washer Repair Near Lihue
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.