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. Below are independent repair companies serving Monticello, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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.
Kenmore Washer Repair Near Monticello
33 repair companies serve Monticello from within 60 miles. The rest are spread across Lafayette (5), Kokomo (3), and Crawfordsville (3). Distances run up to about 59 miles. No company within 90 miles of Monticello mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is A Step Above Appliance Repair, about 22.9 miles away. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Monticello is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Monticello. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 33 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 19 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 22.9, 23.1, 23.3 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
First up for Monticello: Sears Appliance Repair (24.8 miles away, based in Lafayette, 4.6 stars from 147 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of West Central Indiana (49.4 miles away, based in Crawfordsville, 4.8 stars from 480 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (35.0 miles away, based in Peru, 4.2 stars from 62 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fase-Kaluf Appliances (24.0 miles away, based in Rensselaer, 4.9 stars from 67 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Washer
What a Kenmore Washer Technician Deals With
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
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Monticello
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its Washers
- 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
- 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
Brand guides: Kenmore Washer Not Draining or Spinning: Fixes.
Budgeting for a Kenmore Washer Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- Any error code shown on the display
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
Laundry Notes for Monticello, IN
Most washer calls in Monticello 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Monticello
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Monticello, IN
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Is this Kenmore customer service?
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Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Kenmore washer's label, usually inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.