If your Kenmore washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. The Sault Ste. Marie list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
With a Kenmore washer, the model number matters more than the badge: it tells a technician exactly which parts and repair steps apply. Find it on the label before you call.
Kenmore Washer Repair Near Sault Ste. Marie
6 repair companies serve Sault Ste. Marie from within 109 miles. 1 of them are based in Sault Ste. Marie itself, and the rest are spread across Alanson (1), Petoskey (1), and Posen (1). The farthest listed company is about 109 miles out. Nearest on the list: Superior Service, around 1.8 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Sault Ste. Marie mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 6 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Sault Ste. Marie is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Sault Ste. Marie. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (109 mi) | 6 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.8, 76.3, 79.2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 3 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| Mention washer work | 4 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
At the top of the Sault Ste. Marie list: Superior Service (1.8 miles away, 4.2 stars from 35 reviews); Tri-Lakes Appliance Repair, Inc. (76.3 miles away, based in Alanson, 5.0 stars from 570 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (79.2 miles away, based in Petoskey, 4.4 stars from 34 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (108.6 miles away, based in Alpena, 4.8 stars from 11 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 Technicians Work On
What Makes Kenmore Washer Repairs Different
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
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
Signs Your Kenmore Washer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Keeping a Kenmore Washer Running
- 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
- 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.
What Kenmore Washer Repairs Cost
Most Kenmore washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit 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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Washer Call
- 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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
Around Sault Ste. Marie
Most washer calls in Sault Ste. Marie 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.
Questions to Ask a Sault Ste. Marie Washer Technician
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Sault Ste. Marie, MI
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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.