If your Kenmore washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Elizabeth City, 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 Elizabeth City work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Washers Near Elizabeth City
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Elizabeth City. 2 of them are based in Elizabeth City itself, and other nearby bases include Virginia Beach (15), Chesapeake (7), and Norfolk (6). The farthest listed company is about 42 miles out. None of the repair companies near Elizabeth City 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 0.4 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 35 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Elizabeth City is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Elizabeth City. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 30 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 56 |
| Mention washer work | 12 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 6.0, 29.8 |
| Mention Kenmore | 1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
The leading options for Elizabeth City are Appliance Service Solutions (Suffolk Appliance) (39.4 miles away, based in Suffolk, 4.9 stars from 2,757 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (0.4 miles away, 1.7 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Beach Appliance Service, LLC (35.3 miles away, based in Virginia Beach, 4.9 stars from 89 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (38.5 miles away, based in Virginia Beach, 4.2 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know which Kenmore washer you have before you call. Kenmore makes top-load agitator, top-load impeller, front-load, and all-in-one combo models, and the technician will ask.
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
Signs Your Kenmore Washer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Elizabeth City
Owner Care for Kenmore Washers
- 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
- 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
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:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- Any error code shown on the display
- How old the washer is
Laundry Notes for Elizabeth City, NC
Most washer calls in Elizabeth City 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.
North Carolina has no license specific to appliance repair; work on gas appliances, fuel piping and heating equipment is regulated by the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors, with an exemption for minor repairs that don't change fuel type, venting or piping. Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. ยง 87-21 (NC General Assembly)
In North Carolina, you can check a license with the NC Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Board public license search or report a problem to the North Carolina Department of Justice, Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Elizabeth City
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Elizabeth City, NC
Why does my Kenmore washer show an error code?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore washers?
Why is my washer leaking?
Is my Kenmore washer worth repairing?
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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 Elizabeth City technician bring the right parts.