Kenmore owners in Franklin usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Franklin, 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.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Franklin work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Washer Technicians, Franklin LA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Franklin. Other nearby bases include Lafayette (7), Baton Rouge (6), and Houma (4). Distances run up to about 51 miles. No company within 90 miles of Franklin mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: Sugar City Appliance, around 13.9 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 37 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Franklin 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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 13.9, 19.1, 24.3 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 13 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 27 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 54 |
First up for Franklin: Mr. Appliance of Lafayette (41.2 miles away, based in Lafayette, 4.9 stars from 895 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sugar City Appliance (13.9 miles away, based in Jeanerette, 4.7 stars from 47 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (43.1 miles away, based in Lafayette, 4.5 stars from 222 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (46.4 miles away, based in Houma, 4.4 stars from 123 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
How Kenmore Washers Are Built
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
Kenmore Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Franklin Washer Call
Owner Care for Kenmore Washers
- 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
- Avoid packing in extra-large loads and follow the detergent maker's dosing for each load. Source: Kenmore - Tips for Washing Extra Large Loads of Laundry
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:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Washer Call
- How old the washer is
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
What Franklin Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Franklin 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.
Louisiana does not issue a separate appliance repair license; installing, repairing, altering or removing natural gas piping and gas appliances attached to real property for the public is gas fitting work licensed by the State Plumbing Board of Louisiana. Source: La. R.S. 37:1361 (Louisiana State Legislature)
In Louisiana, you can check a license with the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors Verify License Search or report a problem to the Louisiana Attorney General, Public Protection Division, Consumer Protection Section.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Franklin
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Franklin, LA
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore washer?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore washers?
Why is my washer leaking?
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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 Franklin technician bring the right parts.