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 Countryside list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
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.
Who Works on Kenmore Washers Near Countryside
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Countryside. 1 list an address in Countryside, and the rest are spread across Darien (4), Brookfield (3), and Oak Lawn (3). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. None of the repair companies near Countryside name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Nearest on the list: Countryside Appliance Repair Services, around 0.7 miles out. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Countryside. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 2.2, 2.6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 32 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
Closest matches for Countryside: Chicago Appliance Repair Doctor (5.1 miles away, based in Darien, 5.0 stars from 296 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.1 miles away, based in Chicago Ridge, 4.3 stars from 894 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.1 miles away, based in North Riverside, 4.4 stars from 169 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Maywood Appliance (4.4 miles away, based in Brookfield, 4.6 stars from 151 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 Makes Kenmore Washer Repairs Different
Some top load models use an adaptive motor that adjusts its power to each load. Source: Kenmore - Life Your Way Loves Kenmore Top Load Laundry
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
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- An error code on the display
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Countryside
Keeping a Kenmore Washer Running
- 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
- 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.
Kenmore Washer Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Washer Call
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- Any error code shown on the display
- How old the washer is
Local Notes for Countryside
Most washer calls in Countryside 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Countryside
- How often do you repair Kenmore washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- 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?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Countryside, IL
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Why is my washer leaking?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore washer?
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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 Countryside technician bring the right parts.