A Kenmore washer shares most of its basic parts with other washers, but its drive design, lid or door lock, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. 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.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Perryville work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Washers Near Perryville
Within 60 miles of Perryville there are 31 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Perryville itself, and other nearby bases include Belleville (4), St. Louis (3), and Festus (2). Distances run up to about 60 miles. Of those, 1 mentions Kenmore by name. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Perryville. The 26 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. Perryville is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Perryville. 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 | 8 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 1 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 31 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 17 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 25.9, 29.0 |
Closest matches for Perryville: Sears Appliance Repair (0.6 miles away, 4.6 stars from 132 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Midwest Appliance Repair, LLC (38.5 miles away, based in De Soto, 5.0 stars from 1,596 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (34.0 miles away, based in Cape Girardeau, 4.5 stars from 146 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Mid America (59.4 miles away, based in Fairview Heights, 4.8 stars from 1,246 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Washer
What a Kenmore Washer Technician Deals With
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
When to Call for Kenmore Washer Repair
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Perryville
Keeping a Kenmore Washer Running
- Every few months, run the empty washer on hot water with two cups of white vinegar to clear detergent residue and grime. 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
Most Kenmore washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- How old the washer is
Local Notes for Perryville
Most washer calls in Perryville 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.
In Missouri, you can report a problem to the Missouri Attorney General's Office, Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Perryville Washer Technician
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Perryville, MO
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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 Perryville technician bring the right parts.