Kenmore owners in Frankenmuth usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Frankenmuth, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Frankenmuth work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Washers Near Frankenmuth
Within 30 miles of Frankenmuth there are 25 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Frankenmuth, and the rest are spread across Flint (4), Saginaw (3), and Bay City (3). Nearest on the list: Art Noey Appliance - Frankenmuth, around 0.7 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Frankenmuth mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 24 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
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| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 25 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 13 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 5 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 0.9, 10.6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
Closest matches for Frankenmuth: Sears Appliance Repair (10.6 miles away, based in Clio, 4.3 stars from 74 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.9 miles away, based in Bay City, 4.6 stars from 98 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (24.2 miles away, based in Flint, 4.6 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Art Noey Appliance (16.3 miles away, based in Saginaw, 4.8 stars from 432 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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
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
Kenmore Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code on the display
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Frankenmuth
Owner Care for Kenmore 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.
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:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
- 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?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- 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
Around Frankenmuth
Most washer calls in Frankenmuth 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.
Michigan's licensing lists no separate appliance repair license; gas, heating and refrigeration service work is licensed by work classification under the state mechanical contractor license. Source: LARA: Mechanical Examination, Licensing/Registration & Application Information
In Michigan, you can check a license with the LARA Find / Verify a BCC Licensed Professional or Business or report a problem to the Michigan Department of Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Frankenmuth
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair Kenmore washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Frankenmuth, MI
Why is my washer leaking?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Which Frankenmuth technicians work on Kenmore?
Other Washer Repair in Frankenmuth
Kenmore Washer Repair Near Frankenmuth
Write down any error code your Kenmore washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Frankenmuth technician bring the right parts.