A Kenmore washer shares most of its basic parts with other washers, but its drive design, lid or door lock, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. The Emmett list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
Washing Machine Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore washers and other brands.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Emmett work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Washers Near Emmett
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Emmett. 2 of them are based in Emmett itself, and other nearby bases include Boise (13), Nampa (8), and Caldwell (7). The closest is Homestead Appliance Repair Experts, about 0.6 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Emmett mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 39 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 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.
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 53 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 0.7, 13.0 |
| Mention washer work | 11 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 34 |
The leading options for Emmett are Mr. Appliance of Southwest Idaho (19.0 miles away, based in Nampa, 4.9 stars from 1,198 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (18.5 miles away, based in Nampa, 4.6 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Easy's Appliance Repair Services (19.6 miles away, based in Boise, 4.6 stars from 115 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Cody's Appliance Repair Eagle ID (14.3 miles away, based in Eagle, 4.9 stars from 1,470 reviews).
Know Your Kenmore Washer
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
When to Call for Kenmore Washer Repair
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- An error code on the display
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Owner Care for Kenmore Washers
- 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
- 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
A Kenmore washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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: $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
- 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)
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
Local Notes for Emmett
Most washer calls in Emmett 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.
Idaho's Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses does not list appliance repair as a licensed profession; gas piping and gas appliance work falls under the state's HVAC licensing, which includes specialty licenses for those trades. Source: Is My Profession Licensed? - Idaho DOPL
In Idaho, you can check a license with the Idaho DOPL Search for a License or Registration or report a problem to the Idaho Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Emmett
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair Kenmore washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Emmett, ID
Why does my front-load washer smell?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Why is my washer leaking?
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Kenmore Washer Repair Near Emmett
Write down any error code your Kenmore washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Emmett technician bring the right parts.