Kenmore owners in Takoma Park usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. 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 Takoma Park work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Washers Near Takoma Park
Within 30 miles of Takoma Park there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 of them are based in Takoma Park itself, and other nearby bases include Washington (14), Silver Spring (7), and Hyattsville (3). No company within 90 miles of Takoma Park mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Takoma Park Local Appliance Repair Service, about 0.1 miles away. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
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| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 6 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.1, 0.6, 0.7 |
The leading options for Takoma Park are Bettar Appliance Master (4.9 miles away, based in Kensington, 4.4 stars from 140 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (1.3 miles away, based in Hyattsville, 4.4 stars from 398 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.3 miles away, based in Silver Spring, 4.0 stars from 1,337 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Prime Takoma Park Appliance Repair (0.6 miles away, 5.0 stars from 5 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.
Kenmore Washer Lines and Features
What Makes Kenmore Washer Repairs Different
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
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
Signs Your Kenmore Washer Needs a Technician
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
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
- 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
Brand guides: Kenmore Washer Not Draining or Spinning: Fixes.
What Kenmore Washer Repairs Cost
Most Kenmore washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- 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?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Washer Call
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
What Takoma Park Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Takoma Park 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 Takoma Park
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Takoma Park, MD
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Why does my front-load washer smell?
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Write down any error code your Kenmore washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Takoma Park technician bring the right parts.