Kenmore Washer Repair in Washington, IA

Most Kenmore washer repairs in Washington involve the same few systems: the drain pump, the lid or door lock, the drive, the water supply and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Washington, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.

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.

Kenmore Washer Repair Near Washington

Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Washington. 1 list an address in Washington, and other nearby bases include Cedar Rapids (17), Iowa City (3), and Muscatine (3). Distances run up to about 51 miles. The closest is Lyons Appliance And Repair, about 0.7 miles away. None of the repair companies near Washington name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. The 39 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Washington 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.

At the top of the Washington list: Sears Appliance Repair (25.2 miles away, based in Iowa City, 4.6 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lyons Appliance And Repair (0.7 miles away, 4.0 stars from 15 reviews); Affordable Washer & Dryer Repair (35.3 miles away, based in Muscatine, 4.3 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (50.6 miles away, based in Oskaloosa, 4.6 stars from 54 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.

Kenmore Washer Lines and Features

What Makes Kenmore Washer Repairs Different

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

Kenmore Washer Problems Worth a Service Call

• Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
• Water left in the drum after the cycle
• Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed

Inside a Washer Repair Visit

Care Kenmore Recommends for Its Washers

• 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
• 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.

Kenmore Washer Repair Cost Ranges

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

• Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
• Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
• Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
• Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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

• What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
• 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

Around Washington

Most washer calls in Washington 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.

Before You Book in Washington

• If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
• Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
• What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?

Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Washington, IA

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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 Washington technician bring the right parts.