If your Kenmore washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Washing Machine Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore washers and other brands.
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.
Independent Kenmore Washer Technicians, Columbia Heights MN
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Columbia Heights. Other nearby bases include Minneapolis (12), St Paul (9), and Blaine (5). Distances run up to about 11 miles. The closest is Oakridge Appliance Repair, about 2.8 miles away. None of the repair companies near Columbia Heights name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. The 25 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Mention washer work | 10 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 47 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.8, 3.5, 4.1 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
First up for Columbia Heights: Omega Force Appliance Repair (8.1 miles away, based in St Paul, 4.9 stars from 678 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Omega Force Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, based in Fridley, 4.7 stars from 105 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.0 miles away, based in Maplewood, 4.5 stars from 235 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.7 miles away, based in Minnetonka, 4.4 stars from 217 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Washer Lines and Features
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
When to Call for Kenmore Washer Repair
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- An error code on the display
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Columbia Heights
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
- 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
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:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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 level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
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
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
Local Notes for Columbia Heights
Most washer calls in Columbia Heights 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.
Minnesota has no state license for mechanical contractors or their workers; businesses contracting for gas, heating, cooling or refrigeration work file a mechanical contractor bond with the Department of Labor and Industry, and some cities require their own licenses or competency cards. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
In Minnesota, you can check a license with the DLI License and Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Minnesota Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance.
Before You Book in Columbia Heights
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Columbia Heights, MN
Why won't my washer spin?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Why is my washer leaking?
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Kenmore Washer Repair Near Columbia Heights
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.