Kenmore owners in Huntley usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Huntley, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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 Huntley work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Kenmore Washer Repair Near Huntley
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Huntley. 2 list an address in Huntley, and other nearby bases include Elgin (11), Lake in the Hills (6), and Carpentersville (3). Distances run up to about 16 miles. The closest is Reliable Appliance Repair, about 0.7 miles away. None of the repair companies near Huntley name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Huntley. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 13 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 1.0, 2.8 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 37 |
First up for Huntley: Sears Appliance Repair (7.1 miles away, based in Crystal Lake, 4.4 stars from 252 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.8 miles away, based in Elgin, 4.4 stars from 191 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SMD Brothers Appliance Repair & Services (10.1 miles away, based in Elgin, 5.0 stars from 47 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Marshall Repair (9.9 miles away, based in Cary, 4.9 stars from 1,008 reviews).
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 and Features
What Makes Kenmore Washer Repairs Different
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
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
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Huntley
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
- 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
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:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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
- How old the washer is
- Any error code shown on the display
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
Local Notes for Huntley
Most washer calls in Huntley 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 Huntley Washer Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Huntley, IL
What stops a washer from spinning?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore washer?
Why does my Kenmore washer show an error code?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
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Check the drain hose, the supply valves and (on a front loader) the drain pump filter, and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Kenmore repair.