Kenmore owners in Selma usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Selma list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
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.
Kenmore appliances were sold through Sears for decades, so many owners look for Sears washer repair. The companies here are independent technicians who work on Kenmore and Kenmore Elite washers; they are not Sears.
Kenmore Washer Repair Near Selma
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Selma. The rest are spread across Raleigh (14), Goldsboro (5), and Wendell (3). The farthest listed company is about 27 miles out. 1 lists Kenmore specifically. The closest is Fixers Experts Appliance Smithfield, about 3.9 miles away. Across 39 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Selma. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.9, 8.7, 9.0 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 49 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 30 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Mention Kenmore | 1 |
At the top of the Selma list: Sears Appliance Repair (23.0 miles away, based in Goldsboro, 4.7 stars from 225 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (24.2 miles away, based in Dunn, 4.6 stars from 128 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (27.4 miles away, based in Raleigh, 4.3 stars from 571 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Appliance Service Center of Raleigh (26.1 miles away, based in Raleigh, 4.1 stars from 100 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Washer Lines Technicians Work On
How Kenmore Washers Are Built
Top load models are built with either a Triple Action Agitator or an agitator-free impeller wash plate, which changes the parts and wash motion a technician works on. Source: Kenmore - Laundry Helper: Kenmore Washer Buying Guide
When to Call for Kenmore Washer Repair
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- An error code on the display
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
What Gets Fixed on a Selma Washer Call
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its Washers
- 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
- 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.
Budgeting for a Kenmore Washer Repair
A Kenmore washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- 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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- How old the washer is
Around Selma
Most washer calls in Selma 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.
Questions to Ask a Selma Washer Technician
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- How often do you repair Kenmore washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Selma, NC
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore washer?
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Kenmore Washer Repair Near Selma
Write down any error code your Kenmore washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Selma technician bring the right parts.