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. The Kettering list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
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 Kettering work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Washers Near Kettering
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Kettering. Other nearby bases include Washington (7), Hyattsville (4), and Bowie (3). Distances run up to about 12 miles. Nearest on the list: Tanzanite Appliance Repair, around 1.2 miles out. None of the repair companies near Kettering name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. The 40 rated companies in range average 4.0 stars.
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.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 37 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 2.9, 4.9 |
| Mention washer work | 11 |
At the top of the Kettering list: Mr. Appliance of Central Maryland (2.9 miles away, based in Largo, 4.8 stars from 330 reviews); SK Appliance Repair (7.6 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tanzanite Appliance Repair (1.2 miles away, based in Upper Marlboro, 4.4 stars from 49 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.9 miles away, based in Bowie, 4.3 stars from 426 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Washer Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes Kenmore Washer Repairs Different
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
When to Call for Kenmore Washer Repair
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- An error code on the display
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Kettering
Keeping a Kenmore Washer Running
- 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
- 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.
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:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 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?
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
- 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
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
Laundry Notes for Kettering, MD
Most washer calls in Kettering 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 Kettering
- How often do you repair Kenmore washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Kettering, MD
Is my Kenmore washer worth repairing?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Do you work for Kenmore?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
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Kenmore Washer Repair Near Kettering
Write down any error code your Kenmore washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Kettering technician bring the right parts.