Kenmore owners in Oak Ridge usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Oak Ridge, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Oak Ridge work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Washers Near Oak Ridge
40 repair companies serve Oak Ridge from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Greensboro (15), High Point (11), and Winston-Salem (6). Distances run up to about 19 miles. No company within 90 miles of Oak Ridge 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: Kernersville Appliance Works, around 5.8 miles out. The 25 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
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| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 5.8, 6.2, 6.8 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 58 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 6 |
First up for Oak Ridge: Convenient Appliance Service (10.6 miles away, based in Greensboro, 4.9 stars from 1,961 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (10.7 miles away, based in Greensboro, 4.4 stars from 955 reviews, lists Saturday hours); John Michael & Associates, Inc. (12.0 miles away, based in High Point, 4.7 stars from 230 reviews); Best Price Appliances (12.1 miles away, based in Greensboro, 4.7 stars from 396 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Washer Lines Technicians Work On
What a Kenmore Washer Technician Deals With
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
Signs Your Kenmore Washer Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- An error code on the display
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Oak Ridge
Keeping a Kenmore Washer Running
- Avoid packing in extra-large loads and follow the detergent maker's dosing for each load. Source: Kenmore - Tips for Washing Extra Large Loads of Laundry
- 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.
Kenmore Washer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Washer Call
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- How old the washer is
Laundry Notes for Oak Ridge, NC
Most washer calls in Oak Ridge 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.
Before You Book in Oak Ridge
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Oak Ridge, NC
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore washer?
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How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Why does my Kenmore washer show an error code?
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Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Kenmore washer's label, usually inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.