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.
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Kenmore appliances were sold through Sears for decades, so many owners look for Sears washer repair. The companies here are independent technicians who work on Kenmore and Kenmore Elite washers; they are not Sears.
Kenmore Washer Repair Near Cicero
40 repair companies serve Cicero from within 30 miles. 4 list an address in Cicero, and the rest are spread across Chicago (11), Oak Park (7), and North Riverside (3). No company within 90 miles of Cicero mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Cicero Appliance Repair Tech is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Cicero. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
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| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 0.8, 1.0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
At the top of the Cicero list: Chicago Appliance Repair Doctor (5.9 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.9 stars from 1,053 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Trust Pro Appliance of Chicago (2.9 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.8 stars from 354 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Stars (4.7 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.9 stars from 341 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.8 miles away, based in North Riverside, 4.4 stars from 169 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
Top load models are built with either a Triple Action Agitator or an agitator-free impeller wash plate, which changes the parts and wash motion a technician works on. Source: Kenmore - Laundry Helper: Kenmore Washer Buying Guide
When to Call for Kenmore Washer Repair
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Owner Care for Kenmore Washers
- 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
- 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
Brand guides: Kenmore Washer Not Draining or Spinning: Fixes.
Budgeting for a Kenmore Washer Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit 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
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- 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
Local Notes for Cicero
Most washer calls in Cicero 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.
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Before You Book in Cicero
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Cicero, IL
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Kenmore Washer Repair Near Cicero
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Kenmore washer's label, usually inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.