Most Kenmore washer repairs in Walled Lake involve the same few systems: the drain pump, the lid or door lock, the drive, the water supply and the controls. 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.
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.
Independent Kenmore Washer Technicians, Walled Lake MI
40 repair companies serve Walled Lake from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Livonia (11), Waterford Township (6), and Detroit (4). Moonglow Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 2.6 miles from Walled Lake. No company within 90 miles of Walled Lake mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 39 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Walled Lake. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 17 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.6, 2.8, 3.0 |
First up for Walled Lake: Mr. Appliance of Oakland County (12.0 miles away, based in Livonia, 4.8 stars from 1,216 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Greater Livingston County (15.5 miles away, based in Brighton, 4.8 stars from 957 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.1 miles away, based in Novi, 4.6 stars from 389 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.9 miles away, based in Waterford Township, 4.8 stars from 123 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
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
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
Kenmore Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
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
Most Kenmore washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
What Walled Lake Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Walled Lake 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 Walled Lake
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- 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: Walled Lake, MI
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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 Walled Lake technician bring the right parts.