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. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Washing Machine Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore washers and other brands.
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 Mattoon
28 repair companies serve Mattoon from within 60 miles. 1 list an address in Mattoon, and other nearby bases include Decatur (5), Champaign (5), and Olney (3). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. None of the repair companies near Mattoon name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 0.7 miles away. Across 23 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Mattoon is inside its regular service area.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 26.4, 39.9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 24 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 28 |
Closest matches for Mattoon: Sears Appliance Repair (0.7 miles away, 4.5 stars from 111 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Champaign (44.2 miles away, based in Champaign, 4.6 stars from 766 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (41.3 miles away, based in Decatur, 4.4 stars from 127 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Purcell Appliance Center (58.1 miles away, based in Rantoul, 4.9 stars from 282 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.
Know Your Kenmore Washer
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
Signs Your Kenmore Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- An error code on the display
What Gets Fixed on a Mattoon Washer Call
Keeping a Kenmore Washer Running
- 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
- 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
Brand guides: Kenmore Washer Not Draining or Spinning: Fixes.
Kenmore Washer Repair Cost Ranges
Most Kenmore washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- 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?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- How old the washer is
- 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)
Local Notes for Mattoon
Most washer calls in Mattoon 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 Mattoon
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Mattoon, IL
Is this Kenmore customer service?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore washer?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore washers?
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Kenmore Washer Repair Near Mattoon
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.