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. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Washing Machine Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore washers and other brands.
With a Kenmore washer, the model number matters more than the badge: it tells a technician exactly which parts and repair steps apply. Find it on the label before you call.
Kenmore Washer Repair Near East Rockaway
Within 30 miles of East Rockaway there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Valley Stream (8), Freeport (4), and Oceanside (3). Nearest on the list: AFCO HOME APPLIANCE, around 0.8 miles out. No company within 90 miles of East Rockaway 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 4.2 stars across 28 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from East Rockaway. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 12 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 0.8, 1.5 |
Closest matches for East Rockaway: All Appliance Repair Long Island NY (2.3 miles away, based in Valley Stream, 4.6 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours); PROGRESS SERVICE, INC (2.8 miles away, based in West Hempstead, 4.6 stars from 69 reviews); Dr. Appliance Repair Pro LLC (2.3 miles away, based in Valley Stream, 4.9 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.5 miles away, based in Valley Stream, 3.8 stars from 409 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
What Makes Kenmore Washer Repairs Different
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
Kenmore Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Keeping a Kenmore Washer Running
- 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
- 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
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:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- 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?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Washer Call
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
Around East Rockaway
Most washer calls in East Rockaway 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 York State has no appliance repair license; home improvement contractor licensing is set locally, required in New York City and in Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, Putnam and Rockland counties. Source: NY Attorney General: Contractor tip card
In New York, you can report a problem to the New York State Office of the Attorney General, Bureau of Consumer Frauds and Protection.
Questions to Ask a East Rockaway Washer Technician
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair Kenmore washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: East Rockaway, NY
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
Why does my Kenmore washer show an error code?
Other Washer Repair in East Rockaway
Kenmore Washer Repair Near East Rockaway
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.