Kenmore owners in Grand Rapids usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Grand Rapids 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 Grand Rapids work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Washer Technicians, Grand Rapids MN
5 repair companies serve Grand Rapids from within 60 miles. 1 list an address in Grand Rapids, and the rest are spread across Jacobson (1), Hibbing (1), and Virginia (1). The farthest listed company is about 51 miles out. None of the repair companies near Grand Rapids name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 1.4 miles out. Across 4 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Grand Rapids is inside its regular service area.
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| Companies within 60 miles | 5 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 20.1, 30.4 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 1 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 2 |
Closest matches for Grand Rapids: Sears Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, 3.7 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Big River Appliance Repair, LLC (20.1 miles away, based in Jacobson, 5.0 stars from 6 reviews); Bud's Appliance Repair (30.4 miles away, based in Hibbing, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours); LAMMERS APPLIANCE REPAIR LLC (50.8 miles away, based in Aitkin, 4.7 stars from 12 reviews).
Kenmore Washer Lines and Features
How Kenmore Washers Are Built
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
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Grand Rapids
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
A Kenmore washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Washer Call
- How old the washer is
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- Any error code shown on the display
Local Notes for Grand Rapids
Most washer calls in Grand Rapids 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Grand Rapids
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair Kenmore washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Grand Rapids, MN
Is this Kenmore customer service?
Why won't my washer spin?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore washers?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Related Repair Pages for Grand Rapids
Kenmore Washer Repair Near Grand Rapids
Check the drain hose, the supply valves and (on a front loader) the drain pump filter, and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Kenmore repair.