If your Kenmore washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Oxon Hill, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Washing Machine Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore washers and other brands.
With a Kenmore washer, the model number matters more than the badge: it tells a technician exactly which parts and repair steps apply. Find it on the label before you call.
Who Works on Kenmore Washers Near Oxon Hill
Within 30 miles of Oxon Hill there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Alexandria (13), Arlington (9), and Washington (5). None of the repair companies near Oxon Hill name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Butler's Appliances is the nearest, roughly 1.8 miles from Oxon Hill. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Oxon Hill. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.8, 2.8, 3.4 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 24 |
| Mention washer work | 16 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
First up for Oxon Hill: Appliance Care (6.1 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SK Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); District Appliance Services LLC (7.9 miles away, based in Arlington, 4.9 stars from 133 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (5.2 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore sells top-load agitator, top-load impeller, front-load, and all-in-one combo washers in the U.S., and the repair path differs by type: front loaders add a door lock, door boot and pump filter, while top loaders rely on a lid switch and either an agitator or an impeller.
Know Your Kenmore Washer
How Kenmore Washers Are Built
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
When to Call for Kenmore Washer Repair
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- An error code on the display
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its Washers
- Use a level to confirm the washer sits evenly and adjust the feet if it does not. Source: Kenmore - Appliance Maintenance Tips to Help Maximize Efficiency
- 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.
What Kenmore Washer Repairs Cost
A Kenmore washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- Any error code shown on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
Laundry Notes for Oxon Hill, MD
Most washer calls in Oxon Hill 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.
Questions to Ask a Oxon Hill Washer Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Oxon Hill, MD
Why is my washer leaking?
Why does my Kenmore washer show an error code?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore washers?
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Kenmore Washer Repair Near Oxon Hill
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.