A Kenmore washer shares most of its basic parts with other washers, but its drive design, lid or door lock, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. The East Rutherford list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
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 East Rutherford work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Washer Technicians, East Rutherford NJ
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of East Rutherford. 1 list an address in East Rutherford, and other nearby bases include Clifton (7), Passaic (5), and Lyndhurst (3). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. None of the repair companies near East Rutherford 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: Pinecrest Rutherford Appliance Repair, around 1.1 miles out. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from East Rutherford. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention washer work | 4 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 1.1, 1.4 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
The leading options for East Rutherford are Sam The Man Repairs LLC (3.7 miles away, based in Passaic, 5.0 stars from 753 reviews, lists Saturday hours); NJ APPLIANCETECH, LLC (4.7 miles away, based in Palisades Park, 5.0 stars from 88 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.4 miles away, based in Passaic, 4.5 stars from 145 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.5 miles away, based in Belleville, 4.4 stars from 246 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore sells top-load agitator, top-load impeller, front-load, and all-in-one combo washers in the U.S., and the repair path differs by type: front loaders add a door lock, door boot and pump filter, while top loaders rely on a lid switch and either an agitator or an impeller.
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
When to Call for Kenmore Washer Repair
- An error code on the display
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Keeping a Kenmore Washer Running
- Smart models alert the owner when it is time to run the washer cleaning cycle. Source: Kenmore - 5 things you didn't know a Kenmore smart washer and dryer could do
- 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
A Kenmore washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$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?
- 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- Any error code shown on the display
- How old the washer is
Laundry Notes for East Rutherford, NJ
Most washer calls in East Rutherford 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.
New Jersey has no license specific to appliance repair; plumbing work is reserved to state-licensed master plumbers, and gas piping work on the customer side of the meter falls under HVACR contractor licensing, both overseen by boards in the Division of Consumer Affairs. Source: NJ Division of Consumer Affairs: State Board of Examiners of Master Plumbers rule notice
In New Jersey, you can check a license with the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs License Verification System or report a problem to the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs.
Questions to Ask a East Rutherford Washer Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: East Rutherford, NJ
Why is my washer leaking?
Why does my Kenmore washer show an error code?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Other Washer Repair in East Rutherford
Kenmore Washer Repair Near East Rutherford
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.