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. The Ellettsville list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
Washing Machine Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore washers and other brands.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Ellettsville work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Kenmore Washer Repair Near Ellettsville
Within 60 miles of Ellettsville there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Greenwood (12), Bloomington (8), and Indianapolis (7). Nearest on the list: Mike's Custom Service, around 1.5 miles out. Of those, 1 mentions Kenmore by name. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.0 stars. Ellettsville is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Mention washer work | 20 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.5, 6.3, 6.6 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
The leading options for Ellettsville are Mike's Custom Service (1.5 miles away, based in Bloomington, 4.4 stars from 8 reviews); McCollum Appliance Repair (32.5 miles away, based in Greenwood, 5.0 stars from 282 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (30.9 miles away, based in Linton, 4.4 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Steve's Appliance Repair Sales & Service (15.8 miles away, based in Martinsville, 4.0 stars from 41 reviews).
Kenmore Washer Lines Technicians Work On
How Kenmore Washers Are Built
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
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
Signs Your Kenmore Washer Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
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
- 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
A Kenmore washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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: $150–$400 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?
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
- 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)
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
Local Notes for Ellettsville
Most washer calls in Ellettsville 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 Indiana, you can check a license with the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency License Verification or report a problem to the Indiana Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Ellettsville
- How often do you repair Kenmore washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Ellettsville, IN
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Should I repair or replace my Kenmore washer?
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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 Ellettsville technician bring the right parts.