A Kenmore washer shares most of its basic parts with other washers, but its drive design, lid or door lock, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. The Southfield list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
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 Southfield work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Washer Technicians, Southfield MI
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Southfield. 3 of them are based in Southfield itself, and the rest are spread across Livonia (11), Detroit (9), and Madison Heights (4). Distances run up to about 11 miles. None of the repair companies near Southfield name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Motor City Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Southfield. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
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| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 37 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 12 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 2.1, 2.7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
At the top of the Southfield list: Mr. Appliance of Oakland County (8.6 miles away, based in Livonia, 4.8 stars from 1,216 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Conner's Repair (7.8 miles away, based in Madison Heights, 4.7 stars from 227 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.8 miles away, based in Novi, 4.6 stars from 389 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ground Up Appliance Repairs and Installations (6.0 miles away, based in Royal Oak, 4.5 stars from 96 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Washer
What Makes Kenmore Washer Repairs Different
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
Sensor-equipped models estimate load size and soil level and adjust water and detergent to match. Source: Kenmore - 5 things you didn't know a Kenmore smart washer and dryer could do
When to Call for Kenmore Washer Repair
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Southfield
Keeping a Kenmore Washer Running
- 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
- 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
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:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Any error code shown on the display
Local Notes for Southfield
Most washer calls in Southfield 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 Southfield Washer Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Southfield, MI
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Do you work for Kenmore?
Why won't my washer spin?
Which Southfield technicians work on Kenmore?
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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 Southfield technician bring the right parts.