Most Kenmore washer repairs in St. Louis involve the same few systems: the drain pump, the lid or door lock, the drive, the water supply and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving St. Louis, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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 St. Louis work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Washers Near St. Louis
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of St. Louis. 26 list an address in St. Louis, and the rest are spread across Granite City (2), Affton (2), and University City (1). Distances run up to about 12 miles. Nearest on the list: Mid America Service Appliance Repair, around 1.0 miles out. No company within 90 miles of St. Louis mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from St. Louis. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 1.3, 2.2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention washer work | 14 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
The leading options for St. Louis are All American Appliance and HVAC Services (5.5 miles away, 4.7 stars from 2,771 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hoffmann Brothers (5.2 miles away, based in Brentwood, 4.9 stars from 11,938 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hoffmann Brothers (11.0 miles away, 4.9 stars from 6,545 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hoffmann Brothers (1.3 miles away, 4.9 stars from 5,162 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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 Technicians Work On
What a Kenmore Washer Technician Deals With
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
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
What Gets Fixed on a St. Louis Washer Call
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its Washers
- 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
- 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
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:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$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?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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
- How old the washer is
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
What St. Louis Owners Should Know
City of St. Louis Water Division, which supplies St. Louis, reports hardness of total hardness averaged 152 mg/L as CaCO3 (range 103-210 mg/L) in the Water Division's 2018 water quality report (hard). Hard water leaves scale on washer inlet screens and heating parts and calls for the right detergent dose, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: City of St. Louis Water Division 2018 Water Quality Report
In Missouri, you can report a problem to the Missouri Attorney General's Office, Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near St. Louis
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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: St. Louis, MO
Why does my Kenmore washer show an error code?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
Why won't my washer spin?
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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 St. Louis technician bring the right parts.