If your Kenmore washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. The Palos Hills 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 Palos Hills
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Palos Hills. The rest are spread across Oak Lawn (6), Orland Park (5), and Chicago Ridge (3). Distances run up to about 8 miles. The closest is Island Appliances Sales & Repair, about 1.7 miles away. None of the repair companies near Palos Hills name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Palos Hills. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 33 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 9 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.7, 1.9, 1.9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
Closest matches for Palos Hills: Sears Appliance Repair (2.6 miles away, based in Chicago Ridge, 4.3 stars from 894 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.6 miles away, based in Orland Park, 4.5 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GC Appliance Repair of Oak Lawn (3.5 miles away, based in Oak Lawn, 4.2 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Super Appliance Man (7.5 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.7 stars from 364 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 Technicians Work On
What Makes Kenmore Washer Repairs Different
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
When to Call for Kenmore Washer Repair
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
What Gets Fixed on a Palos Hills Washer Call
Keeping a Kenmore Washer Running
- Smart models alert the owner when it is time to run the washer cleaning cycle. Source: Kenmore - 5 things you didn't know a Kenmore smart washer and dryer could do
- 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:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 per visit 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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Washer Call
- How old the washer is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
Laundry Notes for Palos Hills, IL
Most washer calls in Palos Hills 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 Palos Hills Washer Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Palos Hills, IL
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Why is my washer leaking?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore washers?
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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 Palos Hills technician bring the right parts.