Kenmore owners in Urbandale usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Urbandale 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.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Urbandale work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Washer Technicians, Urbandale IA
Our data shows 27 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Urbandale. 5 list an address in Urbandale, and the rest are spread across Des Moines (11), West Des Moines (2), and Ankeny (2). No company within 90 miles of Urbandale mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: Harper Appliance Repair Solutions, around 0.6 miles out. Across 26 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 1.3, 1.5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 21 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 6 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 27 |
At the top of the Urbandale list: Westside Appliance Repair (2.0 miles away, 4.6 stars from 774 reviews); Hometown Hero Appliance Repair (1.3 miles away, 4.9 stars from 889 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (3.5 miles away, 4.0 stars from 52 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.2 miles away, based in Des Moines, 4.4 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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.
Know Your Kenmore Washer
What a Kenmore Washer Technician Deals With
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
- An error code on the display
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
What Gets Fixed on a Urbandale Washer Call
Keeping a Kenmore Washer Running
- 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
- 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
Brand guides: Kenmore Washer Not Draining or Spinning: Fixes.
Kenmore Washer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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
- How old the washer is
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
What Urbandale Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Urbandale 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.
Before You Book in Urbandale
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Urbandale, IA
Is this Kenmore customer service?
Why won't my washer spin?
What should I do about a Kenmore 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 Urbandale technician bring the right parts.