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.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
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.
Who Works on Kenmore Washers Near Ankeny
Within 30 miles of Ankeny there are 27 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 of them are based in Ankeny itself, and other nearby bases include Des Moines (11), Urbandale (5), and West Des Moines (2). Ware Appliance is the nearest, roughly 0.1 miles from Ankeny. None of the repair companies near Ankeny name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Across 25 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
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.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 27 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 6 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.1, 2.2, 6.0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 21 |
The leading options for Ankeny are Westside Appliance Repair (10.8 miles away, based in Urbandale, 4.6 stars from 774 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (8.4 miles away, based in Des Moines, 4.4 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hometown Hero Appliance Repair (10.4 miles away, based in Urbandale, 4.9 stars from 889 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (9.8 miles away, based in Urbandale, 4.0 stars from 52 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Ankeny
Keeping a Kenmore Washer Running
- 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
- 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.
Budgeting for a Kenmore Washer Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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
- 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
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
What Ankeny Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Ankeny 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.
Iowa does not issue a general appliance repair technician license; the Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board licenses plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration and hydronic work, and state law carves out a special restricted license only for utility employees who repair appliances. Source: Iowa Code Chapter 105, Plumbers, Mechanical Professionals, and Contractors
In Iowa, you can check a license with the Iowa DIAL Find a Record or License (Plumbing & Mechanical Systems Board public search) or report a problem to the Iowa Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Ankeny
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair Kenmore washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Ankeny, IA
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore washer?
Why does my Kenmore washer show an error code?
Why is my washer leaking?
Other Washer Repair in Ankeny
Kenmore Washer Repair Near Ankeny
Write down any error code your Kenmore washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Ankeny technician bring the right parts.