Kenmore owners in Hopkins usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Hopkins 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.
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, Hopkins MN
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Hopkins. 5 of them are based in Hopkins itself, and the rest are spread across Minneapolis (11), Eden Prairie (5), and Plymouth (4). Distances run up to about 12 miles. None of the repair companies near Hopkins name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Beacon Appliance Repair Solution is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from Hopkins. Across 23 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hopkins. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.8, 1.0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 46 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
First up for Hopkins: Sears Appliance Repair (3.1 miles away, based in Minnetonka, 4.4 stars from 217 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AMA Appliance Service (1.1 miles away, 5.0 stars from 82 reviews); Twin Cities Appliance Service Center Inc (1.0 miles away, 4.9 stars from 1,837 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (5.2 miles away, based in Eden Prairie, 4.5 stars from 124 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Washer Lines and Features
How Kenmore Washers Are Built
Select models include Deep Fill or water level control, which raises or lowers the fill level beyond the automatic setting. Source: Kenmore - Laundry Helper: Kenmore Washer Buying Guide
Signs Your Kenmore Washer Needs a Technician
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- An error code on the display
What Gets Fixed on a Hopkins Washer Call
Keeping a Kenmore Washer Running
- 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
- 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.
Budgeting for a Kenmore Washer Repair
A Kenmore washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
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
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- How old the washer is
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
Around Hopkins
Most washer calls in Hopkins 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 Hopkins
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- 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: Hopkins, MN
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Is my Kenmore washer worth repairing?
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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.