Kenmore owners in Bethesda usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Bethesda 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 Bethesda
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Bethesda. 13 list an address in Bethesda, and other nearby bases include Washington (6), Kensington (4), and Rockville (4). Distances run up to about 5 miles. ABV Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Bethesda. None of the repair companies near Bethesda name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 29 businesses.
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.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 4 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.0, 1.0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
At the top of the Bethesda list: ABV Appliance Repair (0.9 miles away, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); InterTech Appliance Repair (2.1 miles away, 4.9 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bettar Appliance Master (3.8 miles away, based in Kensington, 4.4 stars from 140 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, 4.5 stars from 602 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Washer Lines Technicians Work On
How Kenmore Washers Are Built
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 will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Owner Care for Kenmore 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
- 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
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:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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
- Any error code shown on the display
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
Laundry Notes for Bethesda, MD
Most washer calls in Bethesda 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.
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
In Maryland, you can check a license with the Maryland Department of Labor occupational license search (Board of Plumbing) or report a problem to the Maryland Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Bethesda
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair Kenmore washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Bethesda, MD
Do you work for Kenmore?
Which Bethesda technicians work on Kenmore?
Why does my Kenmore washer show an error code?
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.