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 Knightdale, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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 Knightdale work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Washers Near Knightdale
Within 30 miles of Knightdale there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Raleigh (20), Cary (4), and Wendell (3). The farthest listed company is about 18 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Knightdale mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: Appliance Services of NC, Inc., around 3.7 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 39 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Mention washer work | 8 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.7, 3.7, 4.9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 33 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Knightdale: Sears Appliance Repair (11.5 miles away, based in Raleigh, 4.5 stars from 197 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Cary (16.3 miles away, based in Cary, 4.9 stars from 1,970 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.9 miles away, based in Raleigh, 4.3 stars from 571 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.9 miles away, based in Raleigh, 4.7 stars from 199 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Washer Lines Technicians Work On
How Kenmore Washers Are Built
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
Some top load models use an adaptive motor that adjusts its power to each load. Source: Kenmore - Life Your Way Loves Kenmore Top Load Laundry
Kenmore Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- An error code on the display
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
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
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- 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?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Any error code shown on the display
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
Laundry Notes for Knightdale, NC
Most washer calls in Knightdale 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Knightdale
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Knightdale, NC
Why is my washer leaking?
Do you work for Kenmore?
Why won't my washer spin?
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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.