Kenmore owners in Fairmont usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Fairmont work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Washers Near Fairmont
17 repair companies serve Fairmont from within 60 miles. 1 of them are based in Fairmont itself, and other nearby bases include Mankato (4), Algona (2), and New Ulm (2). Distances run up to about 56 miles. No company within 90 miles of Fairmont mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 0.8 miles away. The 15 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Fairmont is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Fairmont. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 3 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 25.2, 34.3 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 17 |
The leading options for Fairmont are Sears Appliance Repair (0.8 miles away, 4.7 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (40.5 miles away, based in Algona, 4.4 stars from 15 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (45.1 miles away, based in New Ulm, 4.7 stars from 41 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Steve's Zenith Sales & Services (25.2 miles away, based in Estherville, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews).
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 and Features
What a Kenmore Washer Technician Deals With
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
When to Call for Kenmore Washer Repair
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its Washers
- 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
- Check the hoses behind the washer regularly for cracks, bulges or drips, and replace them about every five years. Source: Kenmore - Appliance Maintenance Tips to Help Maximize Efficiency
Brand guides: Kenmore Washer Not Draining or Spinning: Fixes.
What Kenmore Washer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any error code shown on the display
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- How old the washer is
Around Fairmont
Most washer calls in Fairmont 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Fairmont
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Fairmont, MN
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore washers?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
More Washing Machine Repair in Fairmont, MN
Kenmore Washer Repair Near Fairmont
Write down any error code your Kenmore washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Fairmont technician bring the right parts.