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 Ridgewood, 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 Ridgewood work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Washers Near Ridgewood
Within 30 miles of Ridgewood there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 list an address in Ridgewood, and other nearby bases include Paramus (6), Paterson (4), and Fair Lawn (3). Distances run up to about 6 miles. No company within 90 miles of Ridgewood 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: Mr. Appliance of Bergen County, around 0.4 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 32 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Ridgewood. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 0.4, 0.4 |
Closest matches for Ridgewood: Mr. Appliance of Bergen County (0.4 miles away, 4.6 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Paramus, 4.4 stars from 266 reviews, lists Saturday hours); United Technical Services (4.5 miles away, based in Emerson, 4.9 stars from 161 reviews); All Bergen Appliance Service (4.5 miles away, based in Paramus, 4.5 stars from 360 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Washer Lines Technicians Work On
How Kenmore Washers Are Built
Sensor-equipped models estimate load size and soil level and adjust water and detergent to match. Source: Kenmore - 5 things you didn't know a Kenmore smart washer and dryer could do
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
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Owner Care for Kenmore 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
Most Kenmore washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- How old the washer is
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
Around Ridgewood
Ridgewood Water, which supplies Ridgewood, reports hardness of about 14 grains per gallon (250 ppm), hard. Hard water leaves scale on washer inlet screens and heating parts and calls for the right detergent dose, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: Ridgewood Water: Water Quality & Resources
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.
Before You Book in Ridgewood
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Ridgewood, NJ
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Why does my Kenmore washer show an error code?
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Write down any error code your Kenmore washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Ridgewood technician bring the right parts.