If your Kenmore washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. 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.
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.
Who Works on Kenmore Washers Near Hudson
40 repair companies serve Hudson from within 60 miles. 1 list an address in Hudson, and the rest are spread across Schenectady (11), Albany (7), and Latham (3). No company within 90 miles of Hudson mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.1 miles from Hudson. Across 26 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars. Hudson is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Mention washer work | 8 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 19.0, 22.1 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
At the top of the Hudson list: Sears Appliance Repair (1.1 miles away, 4.4 stars from 155 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.1 miles away, based in Kingston, 4.4 stars from 125 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Technician Services Inc (19.0 miles away, based in Selkirk, 4.9 stars from 230 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (39.8 miles away, based in Schenectady, 4.5 stars from 116 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 and Features
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
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
When to Call for Kenmore Washer Repair
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- An error code on the display
What Gets Fixed on a Hudson Washer Call
Owner Care for Kenmore Washers
- 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
- 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
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:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- 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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Washer Call
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- 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 Hudson
Most washer calls in Hudson 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 Hudson 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?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Hudson, NY
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Why won't my washer spin?
Why does my Kenmore washer show an error code?
Other Washer Repair in Hudson
Kenmore Washer Repair Near Hudson
Write down any error code your Kenmore washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Hudson technician bring the right parts.