Most Kenmore washer repairs in Winterset 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 Winterset, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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 Winterset work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Washer Technicians, Winterset IA
Within 30 miles of Winterset there are 22 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Winterset, and other nearby bases include Des Moines (10), Urbandale (5), and West Des Moines (2). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. Carl's Appliance Services is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Winterset. No company within 90 miles of Winterset mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 21 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Winterset. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 17 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 20.0, 20.1 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 22 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
First up for Winterset: Westside Appliance Repair (23.2 miles away, based in Urbandale, 4.6 stars from 774 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (29.4 miles away, based in Des Moines, 4.4 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hometown Hero Appliance Repair (23.8 miles away, based in Urbandale, 4.9 stars from 889 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (20.1 miles away, based in Waukee, 4.2 stars from 61 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Washer Lines and Features
What a Kenmore Washer Technician Deals With
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
Signs Your Kenmore Washer Needs a Technician
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Winterset
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
- 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:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- How old the washer is
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
What Winterset Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Winterset 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 Winterset Washer Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- How often do you repair Kenmore washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Winterset, IA
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Why is my washer leaking?
Which Winterset technicians work on Kenmore?
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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.