Kenmore owners in Lapeer 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 Lapeer
Within 30 miles of Lapeer there are 33 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 of them are based in Lapeer itself, and other nearby bases include Waterford Township (5), Flint (4), and Burton (2). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. Nearest on the list: Blake's Appliance & Refrigeration Service, around 0.5 miles out. None of the repair companies near Lapeer name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Rated companies nearby average 3.9 stars across 32 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lapeer. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 1.7, 10.5 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 33 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 17 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 12 |
First up for Lapeer: Sears Appliance Repair (1.7 miles away, 4.6 stars from 84 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (27.0 miles away, based in Waterford Township, 4.8 stars from 123 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Waterford (24.6 miles away, based in Waterford Township, 4.7 stars from 348 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (24.1 miles away, based in Clio, 4.3 stars from 74 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
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
Kenmore Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
What Gets Fixed on a Lapeer Washer Call
Owner Care for Kenmore Washers
- Smart models alert the owner when it is time to run the washer cleaning cycle. Source: Kenmore - 5 things you didn't know a Kenmore smart washer and dryer could do
- 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
Brand guides: Kenmore Washer Not Draining or Spinning: Fixes.
Budgeting for a Kenmore Washer Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Washer Call
- How old the washer is
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
Laundry Notes for Lapeer, MI
Most washer calls in Lapeer 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.
Before You Book in Lapeer
- How often do you repair Kenmore washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Lapeer, MI
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Why won't my washer spin?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore washers?
Why does my Kenmore washer show an error code?
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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 Lapeer technician bring the right parts.