Most Kenmore washer repairs in Rochester 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 Rochester, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Washing Machine Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore washers and other brands.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Rochester work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Washer Technicians, Rochester MI
40 repair companies serve Rochester from within 30 miles. 2 list an address in Rochester, and other nearby bases include Clinton Township (5), Madison Heights (4), and Waterford Township (4). The closest is Autumn Appliance Service Co, about 1.5 miles away. None of the repair companies near Rochester 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 4.1 stars across 37 businesses.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.5, 1.9, 3.8 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 22 |
The leading options for Rochester are Conner's Repair (14.4 miles away, based in Madison Heights, 4.7 stars from 227 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Detroit Appliance (14.0 miles away, based in Fraser, 4.8 stars from 1,139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AJ's Appliance Repair & HVAC (12.6 miles away, based in Fraser, 4.6 stars from 1,181 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Macomb County (13.7 miles away, based in Mt Clemens, 4.8 stars from 245 reviews).
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
Kenmore Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
What Gets Fixed on a Rochester 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.
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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
Around Rochester
Most washer calls in Rochester 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 Rochester
- 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?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Rochester, MI
Why does my Kenmore washer show an error code?
Is my Kenmore washer worth repairing?
Which Rochester technicians work on Kenmore?
More Washing Machine Repair in Rochester, MI
Kenmore Washer Repair Near Rochester
Write down any error code your Kenmore washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Rochester technician bring the right parts.