Kenmore owners in Bismarck usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Bismarck work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Kenmore Washer Repair Near Bismarck
Our data shows 10 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Bismarck. 8 list an address in Bismarck, and the rest are spread across Mandan (2). Distances run up to about 10 miles. The closest is Hobart Sales & Services, about 0.7 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Bismarck mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 10 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Bismarck is inside its regular service area.
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| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 10 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 4 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 0.8, 1.2 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 2 |
Closest matches for Bismarck: Sears Appliance Repair (1.6 miles away, 4.6 stars from 92 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ron's Appliance Repair (5.4 miles away, based in Mandan, 5.0 stars from 33 reviews); BisMan Appliance Repair (1.8 miles away, 4.9 stars from 33 reviews); Hobart Sales & Services (0.7 miles away, 5.0 stars from 5 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.
Know Your Kenmore Washer
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 on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Bismarck
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.
What Kenmore Washer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. 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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
Laundry Notes for Bismarck, ND
Most washer calls in Bismarck 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.
In North Dakota, you can check a license with the North Dakota Secretary of State FirstStop contractor search or report a problem to the North Dakota Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Bismarck
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- How often do you repair Kenmore washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Bismarck, ND
Is my Kenmore washer worth repairing?
Do you work for Kenmore?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore washers?
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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.