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.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Carmi work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Washer Technicians, Carmi IL
We found 24 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Carmi. 1 of them are based in Carmi itself, and other nearby bases include Evansville (7), Olney (3), and Henderson (2). 2 list Kenmore specifically. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.0 miles away. Across 22 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. Carmi is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Carmi. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 30.5, 33.6 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 24 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 18 |
| Mention Kenmore | 2 |
First up for Carmi: Sears Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, 4.6 stars from 13 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (38.0 miles away, based in Evansville, 4.5 stars from 207 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (30.5 miles away, based in Harrisburg, 4.4 stars from 27 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (36.8 miles away, based in Princeton, 4.5 stars from 75 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 Technicians Work On
What a Kenmore Washer Technician Deals With
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
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Carmi Washer Call
Owner Care for Kenmore Washers
- Use a level to confirm the washer sits evenly and adjust the feet if it does not. Source: Kenmore - Appliance Maintenance Tips to Help Maximize Efficiency
- Smart models alert the owner when it is time to run the washer cleaning cycle. Source: Kenmore - 5 things you didn't know a Kenmore smart washer and dryer could do
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:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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
- Any error code shown on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
What Carmi Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Carmi 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.
In Illinois, you can check a license with the Illinois Department of Public Health Plumber License Search or report a problem to the Illinois Attorney General Consumer Fraud Bureau.
Questions to Ask a Carmi Washer Technician
- 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?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Carmi, IL
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Should I repair or replace my Kenmore washer?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
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Kenmore Washer Repair Near Carmi
Write down any error code your Kenmore washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Carmi technician bring the right parts.