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Kenmore Washer Repair in Marshalltown, IA

A local list of independent Kenmore washing machine technicians for Marshalltown and the Marshall County area, plus a helpline that connects you with one.

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✓10 companies listed for Marshalltown✓Independent, not a manufacturer✓Public ratings & distances

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.

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.

If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Marshalltown work on Kenmore washers regularly.

Independent Kenmore Washer Technicians, Marshalltown IA

We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Marshalltown. 1 list an address in Marshalltown, and other nearby bases include Des Moines (11), Urbandale (5), and Waterloo (4). The farthest listed company is about 57 miles out. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 0.6 miles away. None of the repair companies near Marshalltown name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars. Marshalltown is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.

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Sears Appliance Repair
1720 S Center St, Marshalltown, IA 50158
0.6 mi from Marshalltown
★★★★½ 4.6 (48 reviews)
Mentions washersSaturday hours
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Sears Appliance Repair
2060 Crossroads Blvd, Waterloo, IA 50702
42.1 mi from Marshalltown
★★★★½ 4.7 (86 reviews)
Mentions washersSaturday hours
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Ken's Appliance & Services LLC
230 Washington Ave, Ames, IA 50010
36.4 mi from Marshalltown
★★★★ 4.0 (90 reviews)
Mentions washersSaturday hours
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Westside Appliance Repair
2877 99th St, Urbandale, IA 50322
52.1 mi from Marshalltown
★★★★½ 4.6 (774 reviews)
Mentions washers
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Sears Appliance Repair
2535 Hubbell Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
44.9 mi from Marshalltown
★★★★½ 4.4 (117 reviews)
Mentions washersSaturday hours
Washer & Dryer Repair
Sears Appliance Repair
2307 Superior St, Webster City, IA 50595
54.9 mi from Marshalltown
★★★★½ 4.6 (38 reviews)
Mentions washersSaturday hours
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Sears Appliance Repair
211 Hwy 432, Oskaloosa, IA 52577
52.4 mi from Marshalltown
★★★★½ 4.6 (54 reviews)
Mentions washersSaturday hours
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Hometown Hero Appliance Repair
3940 NW Urbandale Dr, Urbandale, IA 50322
51.9 mi from Marshalltown
★★★★★ 4.9 (889 reviews)
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Sears Appliance Repair
7501 Hickman Rd, Urbandale, IA 50322
50.9 mi from Marshalltown
★★★★ 4.0 (52 reviews)
Mentions washersSaturday hours
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Sears Appliance Repair
4000 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA 50310
49.4 mi from Marshalltown
★★★★ 4.2 (62 reviews)
Mentions washersSaturday hours

Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Marshalltown. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.

By the numbers: technicians near Marshalltown
Open on Saturdays (per listing)30
Repair companies inside 60 miles40
Mention Kenmore0
Three nearest companies, miles away0.6, 9.0, 21.7
Mention washer work11
Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews)10

First up for Marshalltown: Sears Appliance Repair (0.6 miles away, 4.6 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (42.1 miles away, based in Waterloo, 4.7 stars from 86 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ken's Appliance & Services LLC (36.4 miles away, based in Ames, 4.0 stars from 90 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Westside Appliance Repair (52.1 miles away, based in Urbandale, 4.6 stars from 774 reviews).

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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 and Features

Accela WashA feature that shortens wash time so more loads can be finished in the same amount of time.
Smart Motion TechnologyA front load wash system that combines up to six drum motions in a cycle.

What Makes Kenmore Washer Repairs Different

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

Sensor-equipped models estimate load size and soil level and adjust water and detergent to match. Source: Kenmore - 5 things you didn't know a Kenmore smart washer and dryer could do

Signs Your Kenmore Washer Needs a Technician

  • An error code on the display
  • Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
  • Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning

How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Marshalltown

Water level sensingA pressure switch or sensor tells the control how much water is in the tub. A blocked air tube or failed switch can cause overfilling, underfilling or a washer that will not move on to the next step.
Drive belt, coupler and motorBelt-drive washers turn the drum with a belt; others use a motor coupling or a direct-drive motor bolted to the tub. A hum with no movement, a burning smell or a drum that turns by hand too easily points here.

Care Kenmore Recommends for Its Washers

Brand guides: Kenmore Washer Not Draining or Spinning: Fixes.

What Kenmore Washer Repairs Cost

A Kenmore washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:

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)
  • Any error code shown on the display

Around Marshalltown

Most washer calls in Marshalltown 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.

Questions to Ask a Marshalltown Washer Technician

  • If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
  • Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
  • What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?

Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Marshalltown, IA

Why does my front-load washer smell?
Residue from detergent and fabric softener collects in the door boot, the dispenser and the drum. Wipe the boot, clean the dispenser, run the washer's cleaning cycle or a hot empty cycle, and leave the door open between loads.
Why won't my washer spin?
An unbalanced load, water that will not drain, or a lid switch or door lock that is not engaging stops most spin cycles. If those check out, a technician looks at the drive belt, motor coupling, motor and control.
Is my Kenmore washer worth repairing?
Compare the repair quote with the price of a comparable new washer and consider its age. Lid switches, door locks, inlet valves, belts and drain pumps are modest repairs on a washer that is otherwise sound. Our repair-cost guide shows published ranges.
Why does my Kenmore washer show an error code?
Write the code down, check the brand's guidance for it and clear simple causes such as a clogged drain filter, a kinked hose or an unbalanced load. If the code returns, a technician can test the part the code points to.

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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.

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