If your Kenmore washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Independent listings only: Washing Machine Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by Kenmore. If your washer is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Kenmore directly.
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.
Independent Kenmore Washer Technicians, Chesapeake Ranch Estates MD
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Chesapeake Ranch Estates. Other nearby bases include Waldorf (4), Fort Washington (4), and Edgewater (3). Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 16.9 miles from Chesapeake Ranch Estates. No company within 90 miles of Chesapeake Ranch Estates mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars. Chesapeake Ranch Estates is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Chesapeake Ranch Estates. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 23 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 31 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 16.9, 19.5, 26.0 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
The leading options for Chesapeake Ranch Estates are Appliance Guys (19.5 miles away, based in Huntingtown, 5.0 stars from 227 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (16.9 miles away, based in Prince Frederick, 4.3 stars from 478 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SK Appliance Repair (42.2 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Central Maryland (44.2 miles away, based in Largo, 4.8 stars from 330 reviews).
Kenmore Washer Lines and Features
What a Kenmore Washer Technician Deals With
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
Signs Your Kenmore Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its 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
- 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.
Budgeting for a Kenmore Washer Repair
Most Kenmore washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- How old the washer is
What Chesapeake Ranch Estates Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Chesapeake Ranch Estates 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Chesapeake Ranch Estates
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Chesapeake Ranch Estates, MD
Why does my Kenmore washer show an error code?
Why is my washer leaking?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore washers?
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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.