Most Kenmore washer repairs in Poplar Grove involve the same few systems: the drain pump, the lid or door lock, the drive, the water supply and the controls. The Poplar Grove 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.
Kenmore Washer Repair Near Poplar Grove
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Poplar Grove. 1 list an address in Poplar Grove, and the rest are spread across Rockford (9), Janesville (4), and Belvidere (3). Distances run up to about 28 miles. The closest is Expert Poplar Grove Appliance Repair, about 1.2 miles away. None of the repair companies near Poplar Grove name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Poplar Grove. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 5.7, 6.1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 29 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 50 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
Closest matches for Poplar Grove: Sears Appliance Repair (10.2 miles away, based in Rockford, 4.5 stars from 211 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.2 miles away, based in Rockford, 4.3 stars from 78 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (26.4 miles away, based in Janesville, 4.4 stars from 232 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (27.5 miles away, based in Crystal Lake, 4.4 stars from 252 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
Signs Your Kenmore Washer Needs a Technician
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
What Gets Fixed on a Poplar Grove Washer Call
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
- 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.
Kenmore Washer Repair Cost Ranges
A Kenmore washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Washer Call
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- 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
Local Notes for Poplar Grove
Most washer calls in Poplar Grove 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.
Before You Book in Poplar Grove
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- 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?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Poplar Grove, IL
Is this Kenmore customer service?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore washers?
Why does my front-load washer 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.