If your Kenmore washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. The Godfrey list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
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.
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 Godfrey
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Godfrey. Other nearby bases include St. Louis (11), Alton (4), and Jerseyville (3). The farthest listed company is about 21 miles out. Nearest on the list: R.W Maintenance LLC, around 3.2 miles out. None of the repair companies near Godfrey name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Godfrey. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.2, 4.9, 4.9 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 12 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
First up for Godfrey: Sears Appliance Repair (15.8 miles away, based in Hazelwood, 4.4 stars from 302 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All American Appliance and HVAC Services (20.8 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.7 stars from 2,771 reviews, lists Saturday hours); P.A.C.E. Appliance Repair (19.8 miles away, based in St Charles, 4.9 stars from 423 reviews); Hoffmann Brothers (17.0 miles away, based in Edwardsville, 4.9 stars from 5,567 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore sells top-load agitator, top-load impeller, front-load, and all-in-one combo washers in the U.S., and the repair path differs by type: front loaders add a door lock, door boot and pump filter, while top loaders rely on a lid switch and either an agitator or an impeller.
Kenmore Washer Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes Kenmore Washer Repairs Different
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
Front load models use Smart Motion, where the control varies drum movement to produce up to six different wash motions. Source: Kenmore - Laundry Helper: Kenmore Washer Buying Guide
Kenmore Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
What Gets Fixed on a Godfrey Washer Call
Keeping a Kenmore Washer Running
- 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.
What Kenmore Washer Repairs Cost
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?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
- 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?
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)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- Any error code shown on the display
What Godfrey Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Godfrey 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Godfrey
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Godfrey, IL
Is my Kenmore washer worth repairing?
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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.