Most Kenmore washer repairs in Lansing involve the same few systems: the drain pump, the lid or door lock, the drive, the water supply and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Lansing, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
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.
Independent Kenmore Washer Technicians, Lansing MI
Our data shows 12 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Lansing. 5 list an address in Lansing, and other nearby bases include Holt (1), Bath Township (1), and Mason (1). The farthest listed company is about 28 miles out. Elmorique Appliance Repair Lansing is the nearest, roughly 1.7 miles from Lansing. None of the repair companies near Lansing name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Across 11 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lansing. 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 | 3 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 12 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.7, 2.4, 3.0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 8 |
Closest matches for Lansing: Lane’s Appliance Sales and Service (3.2 miles away, 4.8 stars from 1,676 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, 4.3 stars from 311 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Shaw's Appliance Service - Servicing Dansville, Mason, Leslie, Holt, Lansing and East Lansing (12.5 miles away, based in Mason, 4.0 stars from 26 reviews); Ace Appliance Service, Inc (5.1 miles away, based in Holt, 4.9 stars from 39 reviews).
Know which Kenmore washer you have before you call. Kenmore makes top-load agitator, top-load impeller, front-load, and all-in-one combo models, and the technician will ask.
Know Your Kenmore Washer
What a Kenmore Washer Technician Deals With
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
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Lansing
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its 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
- 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
Brand guides: Kenmore Washer Not Draining or Spinning: Fixes.
Kenmore Washer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- 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 Lansing, MI
Most washer calls in Lansing 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 Lansing
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Lansing, MI
Is this Kenmore customer service?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Why is my washer leaking?
Other Washer Repair in Lansing
Kenmore Washer Repair Near Lansing
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Kenmore washer's label, usually inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.