Kenmore owners in Woodmere usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Woodmere work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Washers Near Woodmere
Within 30 miles of Woodmere there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Metairie (10), New Orleans (6), and Harahan (4). Distances run up to about 23 miles. None of the repair companies near Woodmere name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. The closest is Marreno Appliance Repair., about 2.1 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 3.6 stars across 35 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Woodmere. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 42 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 19 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 18 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.1, 4.0, 4.3 |
First up for Woodmere: Professional Appliance Repair (6.9 miles away, based in New Orleans, 4.7 stars from 232 reviews); CITY WIDE Appliance Repair (5.3 miles away, based in Gretna, 4.5 stars from 111 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.6 miles away, based in Metairie, 4.6 stars from 222 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Broussard Appliance Service (12.6 miles away, based in Metairie, 4.7 stars from 2,305 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 and Features
What a Kenmore Washer Technician Deals With
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
Front load models use Smart Motion, where the control varies drum movement to produce up to six different wash motions. Source: Kenmore - Laundry Helper: Kenmore Washer Buying Guide
Signs Your Kenmore Washer Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Owner Care for Kenmore Washers
- 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
- 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.
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:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit 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.
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
- How old the washer is
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
Local Notes for Woodmere
Most washer calls in Woodmere 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.
Questions to Ask a Woodmere Washer Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Woodmere, LA
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
What stops a washer from spinning?
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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.