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. 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 Marlow Heights work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Washers Near Marlow Heights
40 repair companies serve Marlow Heights from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Washington (16), Alexandria (6), and Fort Washington (4). The closest is Nifty Lifty Appliance Repair, about 1.4 miles away. None of the repair companies near Marlow Heights name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Marlow Heights. 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 | 14 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 2.1, 2.2 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
The leading options for Marlow Heights are SK Appliance Repair (2.2 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (5.5 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GLS Appliance & HVAC Repair (7.4 miles away, based in Arlington, 4.9 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Alexandria (7.3 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.8 stars from 249 reviews).
Know Your Kenmore Washer
What a Kenmore Washer Technician Deals With
Sensor-equipped models estimate load size and soil level and adjust water and detergent to match. Source: Kenmore - 5 things you didn't know a Kenmore smart washer and dryer could do
Signs Your Kenmore Washer Needs a Technician
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
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
- 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:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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
- Any error code shown on the display
- How old the washer is
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
Around Marlow Heights
Most washer calls in Marlow Heights 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.
Before You Book in Marlow Heights
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Marlow Heights, MD
Do you work for Kenmore?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore washer?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
What stops a washer from spinning?
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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.