Kenmore owners in Howell 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.
Independent listings only: Washing Machine Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by Kenmore. If your washer is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Kenmore directly.
Kenmore appliances were sold through Sears for decades, so many owners look for Sears washer repair. The companies here are independent technicians who work on Kenmore and Kenmore Elite washers; they are not Sears.
Who Works on Kenmore Washers Near Howell
Our data shows 32 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Howell. 2 list an address in Howell, and the rest are spread across Waterford Township (6), Ann Arbor (5), and Flint (3). Distances run up to about 30 miles. No company within 90 miles of Howell mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is D R Electric Appliance Sales & Services, about 0.2 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 31 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Howell. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention washer work | 12 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 22 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 32 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 3.5, 9.1 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
At the top of the Howell list: Mr. Appliance of Greater Livingston County (9.1 miles away, based in Brighton, 4.8 stars from 957 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Michigan Appliance Repair (11.0 miles away, based in Hartland, 4.8 stars from 863 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (24.8 miles away, based in Novi, 4.6 stars from 389 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (25.7 miles away, based in Waterford Township, 4.8 stars from 123 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
How Kenmore Washers Are Built
Top load models are built with either a Triple Action Agitator or an agitator-free impeller wash plate, which changes the parts and wash motion a technician works on. Source: Kenmore - Laundry Helper: Kenmore Washer Buying Guide
When to Call for Kenmore Washer Repair
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Keeping a Kenmore Washer Running
- Every few months, run the empty washer on hot water with two cups of white vinegar to clear detergent residue and grime. 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:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
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
- How old the washer is
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
Local Notes for Howell
Most washer calls in Howell 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Howell
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Howell, MI
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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 Howell technician bring the right parts.